M1 Road Signs and Markings 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What does a solid yellow center line next to your lane mean for a motorcyclist?
- Passing is allowed with caution
- Passing is prohibited on your side (Correct answer)
- The lane is reserved for motorcycles
- You must reduce speed by half
Correct answer: Passing is prohibited on your side
A solid yellow line on your side of the center means passing is not permitted.
Question 2: A diamond-shaped sign generally warns a motorcyclist about what?
- A regulatory speed limit
- A hazard or road condition ahead (Correct answer)
- A destination or route marker
- The end of a construction zone
Correct answer: A hazard or road condition ahead
Diamond-shaped signs are warning signs alerting riders to hazards ahead.
Question 3: What color and shape identifies a stop sign?
- Yellow triangle
- Red octagon (Correct answer)
- Orange diamond
- White rectangle
Correct answer: Red octagon
A stop sign is a red octagon requiring a full stop.
Question 4: An orange sign with black symbols on a road usually indicates what to a rider?
- A recreation area
- A construction or work zone (Correct answer)
- A hospital nearby
- A scenic route
Correct answer: A construction or work zone
Orange signs mark construction and work zones where extra caution is needed.
Question 5: What does a white rectangular sign typically convey to a motorcyclist?
- A warning of danger
- A regulatory rule such as speed limit (Correct answer)
- A tourist attraction
- A pedestrian crossing hazard
Correct answer: A regulatory rule such as speed limit
White rectangular signs post regulations like speed limits that must be obeyed.
Question 6: A round sign with an X and letters 'RR' warns of what?
- A rest stop
- A railroad crossing (Correct answer)
- A river crossing
- A roundabout
Correct answer: A railroad crossing
The round yellow sign with an X and RR warns of a railroad crossing ahead.
Question 7: What should a motorcyclist do when approaching a flashing red traffic signal?
- Slow down and proceed without stopping
- Stop completely, then proceed when safe (Correct answer)
- Speed up to clear the intersection
- Treat it as a green light
Correct answer: Stop completely, then proceed when safe
A flashing red light is treated like a stop sign requiring a full stop before proceeding.
M1 Road Signs and Markings 2
What does a solid yellow center line next to your lane mean for a motorcyclist?