New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsMedium
You are driving on a rural road and see a square, yellow-green sign with a black symbol depicting two children walking. Below it, a smaller rectangular sign reads 'AHEAD'. What does this combination of signs indicate?
- AA school bus stop is ahead, requiring you to prepare to stop.
- BA playground is immediately adjacent to the road.
- CA pedestrian crosswalk is directly ahead, with children present.
- DA school zone or children crossing area is coming up, requiring caution.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. A school zone or children crossing area is coming up, requiring caution.
Square, yellow-green signs with symbols of children are used to warn drivers of school zones or areas where children may be present. The 'AHEAD' plaque indicates that this area is not immediate but is approaching, requiring drivers to be extra cautious and prepared to slow down. This is a specific type of warning sign.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. School bus stops are indicated by the school bus itself, and its flashing lights, not this sign.
- B. The 'AHEAD' plaque indicates it's not immediate, and it's a general warning for children, not specifically a playground.
- C. While it implies children, the 'AHEAD' indicates it's not a direct crosswalk but an approaching zone.
School Zone Ahead Sign
A square, yellow-green warning sign with a symbol of children, often accompanied by an 'AHEAD' plaque, indicating an upcoming school zone or area where children may be present.
- Warns drivers of areas with increased child activity.
- The 'AHEAD' plaque means the zone is approaching, not immediate.
- Requires reduced speed and increased vigilance.
Memory trick: Children ahead, head up, slow down, look all around.