How do I learn road signs?
Study tips for remembering road signs
- Check out the official highway code website.
- Use the free road signs test on this website.
- Get a physical copy of the official highway code book.
- Work with the information in different ways.
- Identify every road sign you see.
What is the road sign for minimum speed limit?
Instead of the vibrant ‘red’ that we are more used to seeing (signifying prohibition) minimum speed limit signs sport the a rim of blue. Blue signs are an indication of a mandatory instruction—in this case, ‘You must drive faster than this specific number in miles per hour’.
What is Max speed sign?
Recommended maximum speed limits are used where a hazard is up ahead in the road. Circular speed limit signs as those above are regulatory, whereas these are recommended. Signs may be used in conjunction with a warning sign such as a bend to the right warning as shown.
What is the UK national speed limit?
In addition, there’s the National Speed Limit sign, which is a white circle with a black diagonal line through it. This means the national limit applies, which is 60mph on single carriageway roads, and 70mph on dual carriageways.
What are red triangular signs for?
Triangular signs are used to warn drivers, and they will always have a red outline. Examples include telling you the distance to a line on the road where you will have to give way, information of an upcoming T-junction, or a heads-up that a steep downwards hill lays ahead.
What is a hump bridge sign?
The hump bridge sign means there is an incoming hump bridge that is so severe that without warning, a driver may lose control. If the hump bridge hides a hazard, another sign indicating this should be mounted to the same post with the first encountered hazard at the top.
What does a blue speed sign mean?
There are times when a minimum speed is required, such as in some tunnels. These blue signs with white writing indicate that vehicles must maintain at least a minimum speed (in this case 30mph). Once a minimum speed limit has ended, then a blue sign with the limit and a red line through it will be shown.
How are road markings used in the theory test?
One of the largest sections within the driving theory test covers road signs and road markings. Either test your luck or read through the road signs and road markings tutorials, then test yourself with the road markings quiz below. Many of the questions in the quiz will be asked during the actual driving theory test.
When do road markings apply in White Bay?
The times at which the restrictions apply for other road markings are shown on nearby plates or on entry signs to controlled parking zones. If no days are shown on the signs, the restrictions are in force every day including Sundays and Bank Holidays. White bay markings and upright signs (see below) indicate where parking is allowed.
When to use wider road markings in UK?
The marking regime prescribed in the UK generally gives adequate levels of guidance in good conditions, i.e. where the road is dry, the driver is young, the vehicle has clean, powerful headlamps and there is no glare from oncoming vehicles. On roads with high traffic speeds, wider lines should normally be adopted where alternatives are prescribed.
Can you take a quiz on road markings?
If you are unsure which answer to select, use the handy ‘Hint’ button to help. After you’ve taken the road markings and lines quiz, if you haven’t done so yet, you may also test your ability at road signs with our 45 question road sign test quiz.
