New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsMedium
You are driving on a multi-lane highway and see a large green overhead sign with white lettering displaying 'EXIT 25B' and 'Albany'. What type of sign is this and what information does it provide?
- AA service sign indicating a rest area or gas station near Albany.
- BA guide sign indicating an upcoming exit (25B) to the destination of Albany.
- CA warning sign indicating a dangerous curve ahead leading to Albany.
- DA regulatory sign indicating a mandatory exit for all traffic to Albany.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. A guide sign indicating an upcoming exit (25B) to the destination of Albany.
Green signs with white lettering are guide signs. They provide directional information, such as upcoming exits and the destinations they lead to, helping drivers navigate.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This is incorrect; service signs are typically blue and indicate services like gas, food, or lodging.
- C. This is incorrect; warning signs are typically yellow and diamond-shaped.
- D. This is incorrect; regulatory signs are usually white/black and dictate rules, not just destinations.
Guide Signs (Green)
Green guide signs with white lettering provide directional information, indicating destinations, distances, and upcoming exits on highways and freeways.
- Rectangular or square shape.
- Green background with white text.
- Provides navigational information (e.g., exits, destinations).
Memory trick: Guide signs are green, showing where you've been, or where you're keen.