New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsMedium
You are driving on a rural road and see a square green sign with white lettering that reads 'I-88 EAST' and below it, 'Albany'. What type of sign is this, and what information does it convey?
- AA warning sign alerting drivers to upcoming construction on I-88.
- BA guide sign indicating an interstate highway and a destination city.
- CA service sign showing the nearest gas station on I-88 towards Albany.
- DA regulatory sign indicating a mandatory turn towards Albany.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. A guide sign indicating an interstate highway and a destination city.
Green signs with white lettering are guide signs. They provide directional information, identifying routes and destinations. 'I-88 EAST' indicates a specific interstate highway and direction, and 'Albany' is a destination served by that route.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Warning signs are typically yellow and diamond-shaped, alerting to hazards.
- C. Service signs are typically blue with white symbols for services like gas or food.
- D. Regulatory signs are typically white/black or red/white and issue commands, not directions.
Guide Signs (Green)
Green signs with white lettering and symbols are guide signs that provide directional information, route numbers, and destinations to assist drivers in navigating.
- Color: Green with white text/symbols.
- Purpose: Guidance and navigation.
- Examples: Route markers, destination signs, mileage signs.
Memory trick: Each sign color has a 'code' for what you should know, like red for stop, green for go!