Road Signs, Traffic Signals & Pavement Markings practice test: free Virginia DMV Permit questions

Sample Practice Questions for Road Signs, Traffic Signals & Pavement Markings

1. Question 1Ref: Virginia Driver's Manual — Section 2: Sign shapes (p. 6)

   A red octagon sign always means:

   AYieldBSlow down and proceed with cautionCStopDDo not enter
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   C. Stop

   The eight-sided octagon is reserved for stop. Come to a complete stop at the sign, stop line, crosswalk or curb, and wait for vehicles and pedestrians to clear. Even in fog where only the shape is visible, an octagon tells you to stop before you can read it.

2. Question 2Ref: Virginia Driver's Manual — Section 2: Sign shapes (p. 7)

   A five-sided sign with a pentagon shape marks:

   AA railroad crossingBA no-passing zoneCA construction areaDA school zone or school crossing
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   D. A school zone or school crossing

   The pentagon is used only for school zones and school crossings. Two signs may be used together to show the actual location of the crosswalk. Slow down, obey the speed limit and follow crossing guards. Children can appear unexpectedly in and around these areas.

3. Question 3Ref: Virginia Driver's Manual — Section 2: Sign colors and shapes (p. 6)

   A yellow diamond-shaped sign with black symbols is a:

   ARegulatory signBGuide signCWarning signDConstruction sign
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   C. Warning sign

   Yellow with black conveys a warning: curves, stop ahead, low clearance, slippery when wet and similar hazards. Diamonds tell you to slow down and be ready to stop. Orange and black signs, by contrast, are for construction areas, and green signs give destination information.