Sample Road Signs questions
An Ohio stop sign has no stop line or crosswalk. Where should you stop?
Past the edge of the crossing road, for a clear look Right next to the signpost, wherever the view is At the nearest point with a view of the crossing traffic Show the answer
At the nearest point with a view of the crossing traffic
With no line or crosswalk, stop at the point closest to the crossing road where you can see the traffic on it, before you enter.
Source: Ohio Revised Code, Section 4511.43, Right-of-way rule at through highways, stop signs, yield signs
Which way may you drive on an Ohio road posted for one-way traffic?
Either way if the road is empty Only in the posted direction Against the posted way for a short distance Show the answer
Only in the posted direction
On a road designated and posted as one-way, vehicles may travel only in the direction shown.
Source: Ohio Revised Code, Section 4511.32, One-way traffic - rotary islands
What is the job of a regulatory sign, as the Ohio Driver Manual describes it?
To suggest scenic places to visit To show nearby gas and food To give notice of traffic laws Show the answer
To give notice of traffic laws
Regulatory signs control how traffic moves by telling travelers about traffic laws or regulations.
Source: Ohio Driver Manual, Section 4: Rules of the Road, Traffic Signs
A stop sign stands at an Ohio railroad crossing. Where must you stop?
60 to 100 feet from the nearest rail 5 to 10 feet from the nearest rail 15 to 50 feet from the nearest rail Show the answer
15 to 50 feet from the nearest rail
Stop no more than 50 feet and no less than 15 feet from the nearest rail. Use due care before you cross.
Source: Ohio Revised Code, Section 4511.61, Stop signs at dangerous highway crossings over railroad tracks ; Ohio Driver Manual, Section 5: Learning to Drive, Railroad Crossings
What do green, brown or blue guide signs tell Ohio drivers?
Dangers on the road just ahead Speed limits and other traffic laws Directions, services and points of interest Show the answer
Directions, services and points of interest
Guide signs point out services, interesting places, crossing roads and the way to cities and towns.
Source: Ohio Driver Manual, Section 4: Rules of the Road, Traffic Signs
What does Ohio law require when you come to a yield sign?
Slow down, stop if needed, and give way to close traffic Keep your speed unless a car is already in your lane Stop every time, even with no other traffic Show the answer
Slow down, stop if needed, and give way to close traffic
Slow to a speed that suits the conditions and stop if safety requires it. Then give way to traffic in the intersection or close enough to be a hazard.
Source: Ohio Revised Code, Section 4511.43, Right-of-way rule at through highways, stop signs, yield signs ; Ohio Driver Manual, Section 4: Rules of the Road, Traffic Signs
What does a red circle with a slash mean on a sign, according to the Ohio Driver Manual?
The action shown is coming up The action shown is prohibited The action shown is required Show the answer
The action shown is prohibited
The red circle and slash stand for the word "no," so the illustrated action is not allowed.
Source: Ohio Driver Manual, Section 4: Rules of the Road, Traffic Signs
Signs close an Ohio road for repair work. May you drive on the closed part?
No, you may not drive on it Yes, if no workers are present Yes, if you keep to a low speed Show the answer
No, you may not drive on it
Ohio law bars driving on any part of a road that has been closed for construction or repair and posted with signs.
Source: Ohio Revised Code, Section 4511.71, Prohibition against driving upon closed highway
What does this sign warn you about?
Hunting is allowed in the area Deer may cross the road A zoo or park is nearby Show the answer
Deer may cross the road
Watch the roadside and be ready to slow down, especially where you can't see far ahead.
Source: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, 11th Edition, Section 2C.55 ; Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section C, Chapter 2, Special Driving Conditions and Your Vehicle: Collisions with Animals (p. 97)
What does this sign warn you about?
A rest area with animals nearby Cattle may be on the road A farm stand is just ahead Show the answer
Cattle may be on the road
Slow down and be ready to stop for animals on the road.
Source: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, 11th Edition, Section 2C.55 ; Arizona Driver License Manual and Customer Service Guide, Section 3, Roadway and Vehicle Knowledge: Diamond, warning signs (p. 41) ; Tennessee Comprehensive Driver License Manual, Section B, Chapter 3, Traffic Signs and Signals: Warning Signs - Diamond Shape (p. 38)
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