California DMV Permit Test (Class C)Traffic Signs and SignalsMedium
You are driving on a multi-lane highway and notice a series of small, raised reflective markers embedded in the pavement. These markers are yellow. What do yellow reflective pavement markers typically indicate?
- AThe edge of the roadway.
- BA pedestrian crosswalk ahead.
- CSeparation of traffic flowing in the same direction.
- DSeparation of traffic flowing in opposite directions or the left edge of a divided highway.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: D. Separation of traffic flowing in opposite directions or the left edge of a divided highway.
Yellow reflective pavement markers are used to separate traffic flowing in opposite directions or to mark the left edge of a divided highway. This helps drivers maintain their lane and understand traffic flow, especially at night.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This is incorrect; white or red markers typically indicate the edge of the roadway.
- B. This is incorrect; crosswalks are marked with white paint, not reflective markers.
- C. This is incorrect; white markers are used to separate traffic flowing in the same direction.
Yellow Pavement Reflectors
Raised reflective markers on the pavement that separate traffic flowing in opposite directions or mark the left edge of a divided highway.
- Separate opposing traffic.
- Mark the left edge of divided highways.
- Improve visibility, especially at night.
Memory trick: Yellow divides, white unites, red warns of frights.