QuizTraffic signsAustralia

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What does this traffic sign mean?

1. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning right mandatory.
Turning left mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the right.
✓ Turning right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that turning right is prohibited. A right turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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2. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for curves.
Turning right and left mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the left.
Warning for a U-turn.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a series of curves. One or more changes in direction lie ahead and may occur in quick succession. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

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3. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Mandatory path for cyclists.
Crossing for cyclists.
Warning for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a mandatory path for cyclists. Cyclists must use the designated path where the sign applies. Other road users may use the path only where the applicable signs or local rules permit them to do so.

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4. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left mandatory.
✓ Turning right mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the left.
Turning right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that turning right is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn right and may not continue straight ahead or turn left.

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5. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ End of the motorway.
Start of an expressway.
End of the tunnel.
Start of a motorway.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the motorway. The special motorway rules end at this point. Follow the speed limits, access rules and other traffic signs that apply to the road ahead.

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6. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for traffic lights ahead.
Warning for a movable bridge.
Crossing for pedestrians.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for traffic lights ahead. Traffic signals are located ahead and may not be visible early enough without advance warning. Reduce speed and be prepared to stop if the signal requires it.

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7. What does this traffic sign mean?

Crossing for pedestrians.
Start of a tunnel.
Warning for low-flying aircraft.
✓ Warning for strong crosswinds.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for strong crosswinds. Side winds may suddenly affect vehicle stability and steering. Reduce speed, keep a firm but controlled grip on the steering wheel and take extra care with high-sided vehicles, motorcycles and trailers.

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8. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a roundabout.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing with two or more tracks.
Warning for a railway crossing with one track.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with two or more tracks. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where more than one railway track crosses the road. More than one train may pass in succession or from different directions, so drivers should check carefully before crossing and never proceed until all tracks are clear.

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9. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Road with one-way traffic.
Turning left mandatory.
No entry.
Road with two-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates a road with one-way traffic. Drivers may travel only in the permitted direction.

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10. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for an unpaved road surface.
Dead end street.
✓ Warning for a road narrowing.
Warning for a road with one-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a road narrowing. The available width of the road or carriageway decreases ahead. Reduce speed, maintain sufficient lateral clearance and watch carefully for approaching or adjacent traffic.

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11. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for roadworks.
✓ Warning for a roundabout.
Turning right prohibited.
Turning left mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a roundabout. A roundabout lies ahead. Reduce speed and follow the applicable priority signs, traffic signals and local roundabout rules when approaching and entering it.

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12. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a zone with speed limit.
✓ End of the zone with speed limit.
Start of a speed limit.
End of the built-up area.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the zone with a speed limit. The zonal speed limit ends at this point. Follow any newly posted limit or the applicable default speed rules.

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13. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a steep descent.
Trucks and buses prohibited.
✓ Warning for a steep ascent.
Parking and stopping prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a steep ascent. A steep uphill gradient lies ahead and may cause heavy or low-powered vehicles to lose speed. Select a suitable gear, maintain a safe following distance and be prepared for slower traffic.

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14. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Give way.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
End of the priority road.
Give way to traffic from the right.

This traffic sign means give way. Slow down and give way to traffic that has priority. Stop if necessary and proceed only when it is safe.

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15. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of an advisory speed limit.
End of the speed limit.
Start of a zone for pedestrians.
✓ Start of a zone with speed limit.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a zone with a speed limit. The displayed speed limit applies throughout the zone according to the applicable zonal rules, until the zone is ended or another rule replaces it.

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16. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a weight restriction.
✓ Warning for a height restriction.
Equestrians prohibited.
Warning for a length restriction.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a height restriction. The available clearance ahead is limited, for example at a bridge, tunnel or other overhead structure. Drivers of tall vehicles should check their vehicle height and use another route if the vehicle cannot pass safely.

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17. What does this traffic sign mean?

Passing left mandatory.
Warning for a curve to the left.
✓ Turning left mandatory.
Turning right mandatory.

This traffic sign indicates that turning left is mandatory at the junction ahead. Traffic must turn left and may not continue straight ahead or turn right.

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18. What does this traffic sign mean?

Prohibited access for animals.
✓ Warning for cattle on the road.
Warning for a soft verge.
Dead end street.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cattle. Cattle or other livestock may be crossing, walking along or standing near the road. Reduce speed, be prepared to stop and avoid sudden movements or unnecessary use of the horn that could startle the animals.

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19. What does this traffic sign mean?

Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Warning for heavy crosswind.
✓ Warning for low-flying aircraft.
Motor vehicles prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for low-flying aircraft. Aircraft may pass over the road at low altitude and can create sudden noise or visual distraction. Keep your attention on the road and maintain control of the vehicle.

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20. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for heavy crosswind.
Start of a tunnel.
Warning for traffic lights.
✓ Warning for a railway crossing with one track.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a railway crossing with one track. It alerts drivers to a level crossing where a single railway track crosses the road. Drivers should approach with caution and be prepared to stop, even if no barriers or warning lights are active.

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21. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a curve to the right.
Turning left mandatory.
✓ Warning for a curve to the left.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a curve to the left. A left-hand bend lies ahead. Reduce speed before entering the curve, maintain your lane position and use smooth steering.

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22. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the priority road.
✓ Priority at the junction.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Warning for a roundabout.

This traffic sign indicates that you have priority at the next intersection. Side roads join from the left and right, and traffic entering from those side roads must give way.

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23. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left mandatory.
✓ Turning left prohibited.
Entry prohibited.
Turning right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that turning left is prohibited. A left turn may not be made where the sign applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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24. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left prohibited.
Turning around prohibited (U-turn).
Prohibited access zone.
✓ Warning for a hairpin bend to the left.

This traffic sign warns of a hairpin bend to the left. The road ahead makes a very sharp turn, so reduce speed and be prepared to steer sharply to the left.

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25. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for pedestrians.
✓ Pedestrians prohibited.
Cyclists prohibited.
End of the zone for pedestrians.

This traffic sign indicates that pedestrians are prohibited. Pedestrians may not enter or continue beyond the sign. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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26. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a double curve, first left then right.
Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.
Warning for snow.
✓ Warning for a slippery road surface.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a slippery road surface. The road ahead may provide reduced tyre grip because of water, ice, mud, oil or another surface condition. Reduce speed and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

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27. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Lane for buses.
Buses prohibited.
Bus stop.
Lane for buses and trams.

This traffic sign indicates a lane for buses. The lane is intended for buses and any other road users permitted by the applicable signs or local rules.

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28. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a minimum speed.
Start of an advisory speed limit.
✓ Start of a speed limit.
Start of a residential area.

This traffic sign indicates the start of a speed limit. The displayed value is the maximum permitted speed from this point. The limit remains in force until it ends or is replaced according to the applicable traffic signs and local rules.

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29. What does this traffic sign mean?

End of the residential area.
End of the built-up area.
✓ End of the speed limit.
Start of a speed limit.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the previously indicated speed limit. From this point, follow any newly posted limit or the applicable default speed rules for the road and vehicle category.

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30. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a dip in the road.
Entry prohibited.
Parking prohibited.
✓ Warning for roadworks.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for roadworks. Construction or maintenance work is taking place on or beside the road. Reduce speed where necessary and be prepared for workers, machinery, temporary traffic signals, changed lane layouts or uneven road surfaces.

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31. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Turning around prohibited (U-turn).
Turning around mandatory (U-turn).
Entry prohibited.
Turning left prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that turning around (making a U-turn) is prohibited. A U-turn may not be made where the prohibition applies. Other movements may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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32. What does this traffic sign mean?

Road with one-way traffic.
Parking prohibited.
✓ No entry.
Access prohibited in both directions.

This traffic sign means no entry. Drivers may not enter from the direction in which the sign is placed.

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33. What does this traffic sign mean?

Turning left or right mandatory.
✓ Pass obstacle on either side.
Mandatory divided path for pedestrians.
Passing left or right prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that traffic must pass an obstacle on either the left or the right. Use either permitted side while following the road layout and any accompanying signs or markings.

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34. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a slippery road surface.
Warning for a steep descent.
Warning for a steep ascent.
✓ Warning for a double curve, first left then right.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for successive curves, with the first curve to the left. Reduce speed before entering the winding section, maintain your lane position and be prepared for further changes in direction.

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35. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Give way ahead.
Parking prohibited.
Warning for a roundabout.
Stop and give way ahead.

This traffic sign indicates give way ahead. A give-way requirement applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to stop if necessary.

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36. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for an unpaved road surface.
Warning for a speed bump.
✓ Warning for a dip in the road.
Warning for a soft verge.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for a dip in the road. A sudden depression in the road surface lies ahead and may affect vehicle stability or visibility. Reduce speed before reaching the dip and be prepared for water or other hazards that may collect in the lowered section.

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37. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for tractors.
Prohibited access for animals.
✓ Warning for kangaroos on the road.
Warning for a soft verge.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for kangaroos. Kangaroos may enter or cross the road unexpectedly and can present a serious collision hazard, particularly around dawn and dusk. Reduce speed, watch the roadside carefully and be prepared to stop.

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38. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ Warning for two roads that merge.
Overview of the lanes and their direction.
Warning for a road widening.
Warning for a road narrowing.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two roads that merge. Two traffic streams join ahead. Adjust your speed and position, maintain a safe gap and be prepared for vehicles merging into the traffic flow.

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39. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a priority road.
✓ Driving straight ahead mandatory.
Stopping prohibited.
Overtaking prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that driving straight ahead is mandatory. Traffic must continue straight ahead and may not turn left or right at the location to which the sign applies.

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40. What does this traffic sign mean?

Road with one-way traffic.
✓ Dead end street.
The road is closed.
No entry.

This traffic sign indicates a dead end street. The road has no through route for vehicles, although access to properties or other destinations along the road may still be possible.

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41. What does this traffic sign mean?

Trucks prohibited.
✓ Buses prohibited.
Warning for buses.
Mandatory lane for buses.

This traffic sign indicates that buses are prohibited. Buses covered by the sign may not enter or continue beyond it. Other road users may still be permitted unless another restriction applies.

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42. What does this traffic sign mean?

Junction layout, directions and destinations.
✓ Information about the next exit.
Information about the destination and distance.
Ramp destination.

This traffic sign gives information about the next exit. It may show the exit number, destination, direction or distance to the exit.

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43. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for a road with one-way traffic.
✓ Warning for a road with two-way traffic.
Warning for a road narrowing.
Warning for roadworks.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for two-way traffic. Oncoming traffic will use the same road or carriageway ahead. Keep to the correct side of the road and overtake only where it is permitted and clearly safe.

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44. What does this traffic sign mean?

✓ End of no-parking zone.
End of the zone for pedestrians.
End of the zone with speed limit.
Road with one-way traffic.

This traffic sign indicates the end of the no-parking zone. The zonal parking prohibition ends at this point. Other parking restrictions or conditions may still apply.

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45. What does this traffic sign mean?

Crossing for cyclists.
Cyclists prohibited.
Warning for cyclists.
✓ Lane for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a lane for cyclists. The lane is designated for bicycle traffic, subject to the applicable road markings, traffic signs and local rules.

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46. What does this traffic sign mean?

Start of a priority road.
✓ Priority at the junction.
Warning for an uncontrolled crossroad.
Turning left prohibited.

This traffic sign indicates that you have priority at the next intersection. A side road joins from the left, and traffic entering from that side road must give way.

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47. What does this traffic sign mean?

Driving straight ahead prohibited.
Warning for a roundabout.
Warning for traffic lights.
✓ Stop and give way ahead.

This traffic sign indicates stop and give way ahead. A stop sign applies at the location ahead. Reduce speed in good time and be prepared to come to a complete stop.

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48. What does this traffic sign mean?

Equestrians prohibited.
Warning for horses.
✓ Warning for equestrians.
Mandatory path for equestrians.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for equestrians. Horse riders may be on or near the road ahead. Reduce speed, allow plenty of space and avoid unnecessary use of the horn or sudden movements that could startle a horse.

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49. What does this traffic sign mean?

Warning for falling rocks.
✓ Warning for loose chippings on the road surface.
Parking prohibited.
Warning for a soft verge.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for loose chippings. Loose stones or gravel may reduce tyre grip and can be thrown up by passing vehicles. Reduce speed, increase your following distance and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering movements.

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50. What does this traffic sign mean?

Mandatory path for cyclists.
Crossing for cyclists.
✓ Warning for cyclists.
Start of a zone for cyclists.

This traffic sign indicates a warning for cyclists. Cyclists may be riding along or crossing the road ahead. Reduce speed, watch carefully for cyclists and maintain the passing distance required by the applicable local rules.