California DMV Permit Test (Class C)Traffic Signs and SignalsMedium
You see a red circle with a diagonal line through it over a symbol of a right turn arrow. What does this regulatory sign mean?
- ARight turns are permitted only during certain hours.
- BYield to oncoming traffic before making a right turn.
- CNo right turn is allowed at this intersection.
- DRight turns are mandatory.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: C. No right turn is allowed at this intersection.
A red circle with a diagonal line through it is a universal symbol for 'NO' or 'PROHIBITED'. When placed over a right turn arrow, it specifically prohibits right turns at that location.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. Time-restricted turns would be indicated by additional text on the sign, not this symbol.
- B. Yielding before a right turn on red is a general rule, but this sign specifically prohibits the turn altogether.
- D. Mandatory turns are indicated by a solid white arrow on a blue or green background, without the 'no' symbol.
Prohibitory Symbol
A red circle with a diagonal line through it, indicating that an action is forbidden.
- Universal 'NO' symbol.
- Placed over specific actions/symbols.
- Mandatory to obey for safety.
Memory trick: Red circle and slash, means 'no' in a flash.