Florida Class E Knowledge ExamFlorida Road SignsMedium
You are driving on a Florida road and see a yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black symbol of a truck going downhill. What specific warning does this sign provide?
- AA steep hill or downgrade ahead, requiring lower gear for heavy vehicles.
- BA winding road frequently used by large trucks.
- CA truck stop or service area is available downhill.
- DA construction zone with heavy truck traffic ahead.
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. A steep hill or downgrade ahead, requiring lower gear for heavy vehicles.
This sign is a warning for a steep downgrade. The symbol of a truck going downhill specifically alerts drivers, especially those in heavy vehicles, to prepare for a steep descent by possibly using a lower gear to prevent brake overheating.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Winding road signs show a series of curves, not a single hill.
- C. Service signs are blue and use symbols like gas pumps or beds.
- D. Construction signs are orange.
Steep Grade Warning Sign
A warning sign indicating a steep downhill grade ahead, often advising drivers to use a lower gear to control speed and prevent brake failure.
- Yellow diamond shape with a black symbol of a truck going downhill.
- Alerts drivers, especially commercial vehicles, to prepare for a descent.
- May include a percentage grade or length of the hill.
Memory trick: Truck downhill, use low gear, no brake skill fear.