How well do you know your traffic signs?
Do you think driving on shoulders involves the elbow? Take our quiz to learn how well you know your traffic signs and rules of the road. #DriveSafewithUDLS
What does amber (yellow) mean at traffic lights?
When amber is showing on its own red will appear next. The amber light means a vehicle must stop, unless it is so close to the stop line or signals that it cannot stop safely.
Prepare to go
Go if the way is clear
Go if no pedestrians are crossing
Stop at the stop line
What does this sign mean?
A triangular red and white give way sign means that you must decrease speed as you approach an intersection and yield the right-of-way to any vehicles or pedestrians in the intersection. You must be prepared to stop if conditions require it.
Slow down if an emergency vehicle is approaching
Slow down and be prepared to stop if necessary
Look both ways as you cross the intersection
Always come to a full stop at the intersection
You are driving and you see this sign; what does it mean?
It is a speed limit sign indicating the maximum speed on this road is 70kph, as long as the conditions are safe and your vehicle is allowed to drive that fast.
Only trucks and cars with trailers must travel at 70km/h
No parking for 70m on either side of the road
A safe speed for this corner is 70km/h
The maximum speed is 70km/h
When you see this sign you must -
A stop sign means that you must come to a full stop and yield the right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians in or heading toward the intersection. Go again when it is safe.
Slow down and prepare to stop only if cars are approaching you
Come to a full stop, then go when it is safe to do so
Proceed carefully through the intersection, not always stopping
Stop only for traffic on an intersecting road
What does a rectangular traffic sign with a blue background do?
Blue rectangles are used for information signs, except on highways and expressways where blue is used for direction signs. Information signs mark special facilities or restrictions. They give information about services and facilities ahead such as parking places, lay-bys, picnic areas, etc.
Warns drivers of dangers or difficulties on the road ahead
Tells drivers what they must do or must not do
Helps drivers find services and places of interest
Helps drivers on distributor roads find the way to their destination
You are driving and see the following sign. What is it communicating? Select all that apply.
The place identification sign shows that you are entering a trading centre or town called Jezza. The national maximum speed limit for driving in built-up areas is 50km/h and applies in this case, unless the sign is combined with a speed limit sign saying otherwise.
You are entering a trading centre/town known as Jezza
The maximum speed is 80km/h
You are exiting a trading centre/town known as Jezza
The next trading centre/town is Jezza
You are driving on a road with a single continuous line down the middle. When are you allowed to cross the line?
A continuous dividing centre line is mainly used to warn motorists that road conditions are more challenging and overtaking is risky. It may be used at sections with restricted visibility, where the road is narrow, or to mark the beginning of a sharp curve.
To overtake a slow vehicle ahead
To safely pass a bicycle rider or avoid an obstruction
To do a U-turn
To enter or leave the road
What does this sign mean?
The combined curves sign, also known as the double bend sign, warns road users that there is a curve in the road after the curve you can likely already see ahead of you. The second curve may be hidden, so it is important to warn users of what to expect.
Uneven section of the road ahead
Two curves/bends in close proximity ahead
Slippery road ahead
Sharp deviation of route ahead
You are driving at 100km/h on a paved highway in a rural area and pass this sign. What should you do?
Children can be unpredictable and may try to cross the road when it's not safe to do so. Drive slowly and cautiously through school zones, residential areas, and any other location where children may be walking or playing. Be prepared to stop.
You should sound your horn to warn children of your presence
You should reduce your speed by 20km/h
You should slow down and be prepared to make a safe stop because children may be crossing the road ahead
What does this sign indicate?
You are not allowed to enter the area ahead. You must not drive past this sign.
There is a dead-end ahead
Authorised vehicles are not allowed beyond this point
Only authorised vehicles are allowed beyond this point
No vehicles are allowed beyond this point
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You have an excellent hold of the meaning of traffic signs and road markings. A good driver not only knows how to operate a car, but is attentive on the road and makes correct use of traffic signs. This knowledge helps you plan efficiently and react more effectively - and thus drive safely.
