California Road Signs Test
25 questions on road signs, signals and pavement markings from the California Driver's Handbook (DL 600). Each answer is explained with the handbook page it comes from.
Questions from the California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), last checked November 2, 2026. Your progress is saved on this device.
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Question 1 of 25 · Road signs
You see this sign posted along the road you are driving on. What does it tell you about your driving?
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Correct answer: C. You are traveling against traffic and should back out or turn around when safe
The handbook says that WRONG WAY signs may be posted when a driver has entered a roadway against traffic. The driver should back out or turn around once it is safe to do so.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 38. Handbook PDF
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Question 2 of 25 · Road signs
You notice a diamond-shaped placard displayed on a truck ahead of you. What does this placard tell other drivers about the truck?
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Correct answer: A. Its cargo could be hazardous, such as flammable gas or explosives
A diamond-shaped placard on a truck warns that the load may be dangerous, for example gas or explosives. It is a hazardous load placard, not a slow-vehicle or wide-load marker.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 50. Handbook PDF
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Question 3 of 25 · Road signs
You are near a school and a crossing guard signals you to stop. How long must you follow the guard's directions?
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Correct answer: B. At all times while you are near the school
Drivers near schools must obey the directions of school safety patrols and crossing guards at all times, not just when children are visible.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 50. Handbook PDF
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Question 4 of 25 · Road signs
You are waiting at a signal and the light for your lane changes to a green arrow pointing left. What does it let you do?
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Correct answer: A. Make a protected left turn while oncoming traffic is stopped
A green arrow means go in the direction it points. It gives a protected turn because oncoming vehicles are held by a red light.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 34. Handbook PDF
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Question 5 of 25 · Road signs
You are stopped at a red eight-sided STOP sign and have come to a full stop at the limit line. What must you do before pulling forward?
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Correct answer: A. Look for traffic coming from every direction before you go
After a full stop at a STOP sign, a driver must check traffic in all directions before proceeding. Stopping alone does not give you the right to go.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 6 of 25 · Road signs
You pass a warning sign with an animal picture, then see a rancher signaling you to wait while cattle cross the road. Whose directions should you follow?
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Correct answer: A. The rancher in charge of the cattle
An animal sign means animals may be on or near the road. When animals are present, you should slow or stop and follow the directions of the person in charge of them.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 46. Handbook PDF
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Question 7 of 25 · Road signs
You see a red and white rectangular sign reading DO NOT ENTER at the start of a ramp. What does the sign tell you?
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Correct answer: A. Do not drive onto that road or ramp
A DO NOT ENTER sign means you must not go into the road or ramp where it is posted.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 38. Handbook PDF
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Question 8 of 25 · Road signs
A truck ahead displays a diamond-shaped placard warning that its cargo may be dangerous, such as gas or explosives. What must the truck do at a railroad crossing?
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Correct answer: C. Stop before crossing the tracks
Vehicles carrying hazardous loads, marked by these diamond placards, are required to stop before crossing railroad tracks, so following drivers should expect that stop.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 50. Handbook PDF
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Question 9 of 25 · Road signs
A warning sign beside the road is not the usual yellow diamond. It has an unfamiliar shape and color. How should you treat it?
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Correct answer: D. Obey it, because every warning sign must be followed
Drivers must follow all warning signs no matter what shape or color they are. Unusual appearance does not make a warning optional.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 10 of 25 · Road signs
You see a yellow and black five-sided sign shaped like a house with a pointed top. What should you do as you approach it?
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Correct answer: C. Drive slowly and stop for children in the crosswalk
A five-sided sign marks a school area. You should drive slowly and be ready to stop for children using the crosswalk.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 38. Handbook PDF
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Question 11 of 25 · Road signs
A driver sees this sign posted at the start of a road or ramp. What must the driver do?
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Correct answer: B. Do not drive onto that road or ramp
The handbook says this red and white regulatory sign means you must not go onto the road or ramp where it is posted. It is not a yield or stop sign, so you may not enter even if the way looks clear.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 38. Handbook PDF
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Question 12 of 25 · Road signs
A flagger in a highway work zone gives you hand directions that differ from what you would normally do. What should you do?
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Correct answer: A. Follow the flagger's directions
Drivers must obey special signs and instructions from workers such as flaggers in a work zone.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 49. Handbook PDF
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Question 13 of 25 · Road signs
You are driving on a street in California and see a "NEV ROUTE" sign. What should you expect and do on this road?
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Correct answer: C. Watch for slow vehicles that top out at about 25 mph
NEV route signs warn of neighborhood electric vehicles, which reach a top speed of about 25 mph. You should watch for them and adjust your speed to share the road safely.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 46. Handbook PDF
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Question 14 of 25 · Road signs
A pedestrian signal beside the crosswalk shows a number that changes every second. What do the numbers tell pedestrians?
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Correct answer: A. How many seconds are left to cross the street
On a pedestrian signal, the numbers count down the seconds remaining for people to finish crossing.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 15 of 25 · Road signs
What must a driver do when approaching this sign at an intersection that has a marked crosswalk?
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Correct answer: C. Stop completely before the crosswalk, then check traffic in all directions
A STOP sign requires a full stop before entering the crosswalk or at the limit line. The driver then checks traffic in every direction before going. Slowing down and yielding describes a YIELD sign, not a STOP sign.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 16 of 25 · Road signs
You are stopped in the right lane at a red light and see this sign. What must you do?
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Correct answer: C. Wait for the light to change before turning right
The handbook allows a right turn on red after a complete stop only when this sign is not posted. With the sign present, you may not turn right until the signal changes.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 33. Handbook PDF
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Question 17 of 25 · Road signs
While driving in California, you pass a warning sign that shows a picture of an animal. What does this sign tell you to do?
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Correct answer: A. Watch for animals on or near the road ahead
A sign with an animal picture warns that animals may be on or near the road, so you should stay alert. It does not close the road, and you should not try to frighten animals.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 46. Handbook PDF
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Question 18 of 25 · Road signs
In CA, which of these vehicles must come to a stop before it crosses railroad tracks?
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Correct answer: A. A van marked with a hazardous materials placard
Vehicles marked with a hazardous materials placard, along with buses and school buses, must stop before crossing railroad tracks. Ordinary cars, pickups, and motorcycles have no such requirement.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 52. Handbook PDF
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Question 19 of 25 · Road signs
You see a white rectangular sign along the road. What kind of information does this type of sign usually give you?
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Correct answer: C. Important rules that you are required to obey
White rectangular signs are regulatory signs that communicate rules drivers must obey.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 38. Handbook PDF
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Question 20 of 25 · Road signs
You are driving at night and notice the road reflectors shine red in your headlights. What does this most likely mean?
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Correct answer: D. You are driving the wrong way on the road
Red reflectors facing you at night indicate you have entered a roadway against traffic. When it is safe, back out or turn around.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 38. Handbook PDF
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Question 21 of 25 · Road signs
A school bus ahead is showing flashing yellow lights. What are these lights telling other drivers?
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Correct answer: D. Slow down and get ready to stop
Yellow flashing lights on a school bus warn that it is about to stop to unload children. Drivers should slow down and prepare to stop, then must stop when the red lights begin flashing.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 50. Handbook PDF
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Question 22 of 25 · Road signs
Signs tell you that you are entering a highway work zone. Which way of driving through it is correct?
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Correct answer: D. Leave extra room between vehicles and expect sudden stops
In a work zone you should slow down, leave extra space, and expect traffic to slow or stop suddenly. You should also watch for drivers changing lanes.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 49. Handbook PDF
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Question 23 of 25 · Road signs
You see a vehicle with an orange and red triangle on its back. What does this tell you about the vehicle?
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Correct answer: D. It usually travels at 25 mph or less
The orange and red triangle marks a slow-moving vehicle, such as road maintenance equipment, which typically goes 25 mph or slower. Drivers should adjust their speed and watch for it.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 45. Handbook PDF
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Question 24 of 25 · Road signs
You are approaching a red YIELD sign and another vehicle is close by on the cross street. What is the proper way to approach it?
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Correct answer: A. Ease off the gas and be prepared to stop so others can pass first
At a YIELD sign you must reduce speed and be ready to stop, letting any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian go by before you continue.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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Question 25 of 25 · Road signs
When you approach this sign, what must you do?
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Correct answer: B. Slow down and be ready to stop so others can pass before you go
The handbook says a red yield sign means you should slow down and be prepared to stop, letting any vehicle, bicyclist, or pedestrian go by before you continue. It does not always require a full stop, unlike a stop sign.
Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600), “SECTION 7. Laws and Rules of the Road”, page 35. Handbook PDF
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