Texas Driver's License Knowledge TestTraffic Signs and SignalsMedium
A driver is traveling on a highway and encounters a diamond-shaped yellow sign with a black arrow curving to the right, followed by a straight black arrow. What does this sign indicate?
- AA winding road with multiple curves is approaching.
- BThe right lane ends ahead, and traffic must merge left.
- CA merging lane from the right is ahead, requiring drivers to yield.
- DA sharp curve to the right is ahead, followed by a straight section.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: B. The right lane ends ahead, and traffic must merge left.
This sign, known as a 'Right Lane Ends' or 'Merge Left' sign, warns drivers that the rightmost lane will soon terminate, and traffic in that lane must merge into the adjacent left lane.
Why the other options are wrong
- A. This describes a 'Winding Road' sign, which shows a serpentine arrow.
- C. This describes a 'Merge' sign, which typically shows two converging arrows.
- D. This describes a 'Curve' or 'Sharp Turn' sign, which has a single curving arrow.
Right Lane Ends Sign
A diamond-shaped yellow warning sign with a black arrow curving left followed by a straight arrow, indicating that the rightmost lane is ending and drivers must merge left.
- Warns of a lane reduction.
- Requires drivers in the ending lane to merge safely.
- Typically seen on multi-lane highways.
Memory trick: The arrow that bends tells you which lane ends.