Traffic Signs
Special signs for goods vehicles — weight limits, bridge heights, lorry routes.
What this topic covers
Special signs for goods vehicles — weight limits, bridge heights, lorry routes. The full PCV Theory Test app contains 80 questions on this topic, drawn from the official DVSA bank.
Worked examples
Here are a few practice questions from this topic. Try answering each before reading the explanation.
Example 1
What does this sign mean?
- A. End of restricted speed area
- B. End of restricted parking area ✓ correct
- C. End of clearway
- D. End of cycle route
Explanation: Even though there are no restrictions, make sure that you park where you won’t cause an obstruction or endanger other road users.
Example 2
What does this sign mean?
- A. Uneven road surface
- B. Bridge over the road
- C. Road ahead ends
- D. Water across the road ✓ correct
Explanation: This sign is found where a shallow stream crosses the road. Heavy rainfall could increase the flow of water. If the water looks too deep or the stream has swelled over a large distance, stop and find another route.
Example 3
This is the first countdown marker to a
- A. motorway slip road
- B. primary road junction
- C. concealed level crossing ✓ correct
- D. roadside rest area
Explanation: Reduce your speed, you may well have to stop. Be sure that you can stop within the distance you can see to be clear.
Example 4
At puffin crossings which light will not show to a driver?
- A. Flashing amber ✓ correct
- B. Red
- C. Steady amber
- D. Green
Explanation: A flashing amber light is shown at pelican crossings, but not at puffin crossings. These are controlled electronically and automatically detect when pedestrians are on the crossing. The red phase for traffic is shortened or lengthened according to the position of the pedestrians.
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