New York DMV Permit Written TestRoad SignsMedium
You are driving on a two-lane road and see a diamond-shaped yellow sign with a black symbol of a truck going downhill. What does this sign warn you about?
- AA truck stop ahead.
- BA steep hill descent where trucks may lose control.
- CA designated truck route.
- DA low underpass with limited clearance for trucks.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. A steep hill descent where trucks may lose control.
Diamond-shaped yellow signs are warning signs. A symbol of a truck going downhill specifically warns drivers, especially truck drivers, of a steep downgrade where they may need to use lower gears to control their speed.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Truck stops are indicated by blue service signs.
- C. Designated truck routes are typically indicated by regulatory signs, not warning signs.
- D. Low clearance warnings show a height limit, not a truck on a hill.
Steep Hill Warning Sign
A yellow, diamond-shaped warning sign featuring a truck symbol on a downward slope, indicating a steep hill descent.
- Warns of a significant downgrade.
- Often accompanied by advisory speed limits for trucks.
- Requires drivers to use lower gears to prevent brake fade.
Memory trick: Yellow Diamond: Danger's Found!