You are traveling in the right lane when this sign appears. What should you prepare to do?
Correct answer: Merge left safely because the right lane ends.
The right side tapers away, showing the right lane ending. Check traffic and merge left when safe, yielding to vehicles already in that lane.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_08; sign W4-2: Lane Ends/Merge Left; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
Which change in the road layout is shown here?
Correct answer: Opposing directions will be separated by a median or barrier ahead.
The divider is at the far end of the symbol: a divided section begins ahead. Keep to the proper side of the median.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_05; sign W6-1: Begin Divided Roadway; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What should you expect after passing this warning?
Correct answer: Two-way traffic without the median or barrier that separated it.
The divider ends in the direction of travel. Be ready for opposing traffic on an undivided roadway, not for the end of all oncoming traffic.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_05; sign W6-2: End Divided Roadway; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
Rain begins as you approach the road section marked by this sign. What concern should guide your driving?
Correct answer: The pavement can become unusually slippery when wet.
The tracks depict skidding, not the route of the road. Reduce speed as conditions require and use smooth steering, braking and acceleration.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_06; sign W8-5: Slippery When Wet; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What lies ahead according to the curved arrow shown?
Correct answer: The road curves to the left.
This yellow warning describes the road alignment ahead. Slow to an appropriate speed before the curve; it is not a white lane-use command or a turn prohibition.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_01; sign W1-2: Curve; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
Compared with a gentle curve warning, what does this sharply bent arrow indicate?
Correct answer: A sharp left turn in the road ahead.
The angular arrow warns of a sharp change in the road direction. Reduce speed before reaching it and follow any posted advisory information.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_01; sign W1-1: Turn; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
At the junction warned about by this sign, what happens to the road you are following?
Correct answer: It ends; you must turn left or right.
The stem of the T ends at the crossbar. Prepare to choose a turn, slow down and obey the actual controls and right-of-way rules at the junction.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_09; sign W2-4: T Intersection Ahead; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What feature should you watch for on the side indicated by this sign?
Correct answer: A side road joining from the right.
The branch indicates a side-road intersection. Watch for traffic entering or crossing your path; this symbol does not order you to turn.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_09; sign W2-2: Side Road Ahead; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
Which type of intersection is this sign warning you to approach?
Correct answer: A roundabout or circular intersection.
The circular arrows warn of a roundabout ahead. Reduce speed and follow the roundabout entry, lane and right-of-way rules.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_09; sign W2-6: Roundabout Ahead; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What does this round sign tell you before you reach the marked location?
Correct answer: A railroad crossing is ahead; watch for trains and crossing controls.
The round sign is advance warning of a railroad crossing. It is different from the crossbuck at the tracks and does not give traffic priority over trains.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 8b_04; sign W10-1: Railroad Crossing; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What should the school-related symbol on this sign prompt you to watch for?
Correct answer: Children walking or crossing near the school area.
The five-sided school sign calls attention to children. Slow down and watch carefully; any separate speed or crossing-location plaque adds its own information.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 7b_01; sign S1-1: School Crossing; official illustration and description checked September 15, 2026. ↗
What does this yellow symbol warn you to watch for?
Correct answer: Pedestrians near or crossing the roadway.
The walking figure is a warning of pedestrian activity. A red circle and slash would indicate a prohibition instead.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_11; W11-2: Pedestrian warning. National sign recognition, not a state-exclusive rule; checked September 28, 2026. ↗
Which service is identified by the white letter on this blue sign?
Correct answer: A hospital.
The H identifies hospital service. Accompanying direction signs show how to reach it; it does not assign a traffic lane.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2i_01; D9-2: Hospital. National sign recognition, not a state-exclusive rule; checked September 28, 2026. ↗
What does this pennant identify?
Correct answer: The start of a no-passing zone.
The pennant marks a no-passing zone. It does not provide permission to overtake merely because the view beyond it appears open.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 2c_08; W14-3: No Passing Zone. National sign recognition, not a state-exclusive rule; checked September 28, 2026. ↗
What does the number on this white sign identify?
Correct answer: The posted maximum speed in miles per hour.
A white SPEED LIMIT sign states a regulatory maximum. The illustrated number is an example, not a Maine statewide default; conditions can require a lower speed.
Source: Maine Driver License Manual, Rev 4/24, printed 6-6, Speed Limit Signs; physical PDF page 53; text checked September 29, 2026. Existing independently verified standard art or original schematic, not a Maine PDF image. ↗
What traffic direction does the pictured sign establish on the street it marks?
Correct answer: Traffic travels only to the right.
A ONE WAY sign indicates the permitted direction of travel. Do not enter against the arrow even if no traffic is visible.
Source: Maine Driver License Manual, Rev 4/24, printed 6-7, One-Way Street; physical PDF page 54; text checked September 29, 2026. Existing independently verified standard art or original schematic, not a Maine PDF image. ↗
What should you expect after this orange warning?
Correct answer: A flagger controlling traffic ahead.
The symbol gives advance warning of a flagger. Watch for the actual directions given at the work area; the warning itself is not a STOP paddle.
Source: Maine Driver License Manual, Rev 4/24, printed 6-5, Work Zone Signs; physical PDF page 52; text checked September 29, 2026. Existing independently verified standard art or original schematic, not a Maine PDF image. ↗
What does the distance on this orange sign tell you?
Correct answer: Road work is approximately 1,000 feet ahead.
The distance locates the upcoming work area. It is neither a speed limit nor a statement of the work zone's length.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Figure 6F-4 (sheet 3), Road Work Ahead W20-1 with distance legend; shared national example, not a Maine PDF image. ↗
What does this sign mean for your planned route?
Correct answer: The road is closed; use an available lawful alternate route.
ROAD CLOSED applies to traffic using that road. Do not assume that an absence of visible workers makes the closure optional.
Source: FHWA MUTCD 2009, Section 6F.08, Road Closed Sign (R11-2); national regulatory sign recognition verified September 29, 2026. ↗
Which instruction is given by the arrow on this detour sign?
Correct answer: Follow the alternate route to the right.
A detour sign guides traffic around a closure or temporary restriction. Follow the indicated route and the controls at the actual turn.
Source: Maine Driver License Manual, Rev 4/24, printed 6-5, Work Zone Signs—detour; physical PDF page 52; text checked September 29, 2026. Existing independently verified standard art or original schematic, not a Maine PDF image. ↗
