New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsMedium
You are driving on a two-lane road and encounter a rectangular white sign with black text stating 'NO U TURN'. What does this sign mean?
- AU-turns are allowed if there is no oncoming traffic.
- BU-turns are prohibited at this location at all times.
- CU-turns are only allowed for emergency vehicles.
- DU-turns are permitted only during specific hours.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. U-turns are prohibited at this location at all times.
A 'NO U TURN' sign is a regulatory sign that explicitly prohibits making a U-turn at that specific location, regardless of traffic conditions or time of day. It is a absolute prohibition.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Safety is always a factor, but the sign's primary message is prohibition, not conditional allowance.
- C. This sign applies to all vehicles, not just restricts non-emergency vehicles.
- D. This sign does not specify hours; it's an absolute prohibition.
NO U TURN Sign
A regulatory sign that unequivocally prohibits drivers from performing a U-turn at the location where the sign is posted.
- Shape: Rectangular
- Color: White with black text or red circle with slash
- Meaning: U-turns are forbidden
- Action: Find an alternative way to change direction
Memory trick: Red circle, slash, or bold text: 'NO' means 'don't do it next!'.