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Pedestrians ahead
Pedestrians may be on or crossing the road ahead. Be prepared to share the road.
3 practice questions use this sign.
Practice questions with this sign
What does this sign mean?
- Pedestrians are not allowed here
- Pedestrians ahead; be prepared to share the road (Correct answer)
- A hiking trail ahead; cars not allowed
- Pedestrians must walk on the left
Explanation: This sign warns that people may be walking on or across the road ahead. Slow down and watch for them.
You see this sign on a country road with no sidewalk. What should you expect?
- People walking on or beside the road (Correct answer)
- A school bus loading zone
- A crossing guard with a stop sign
- A pedestrian-only street ahead
Explanation: Pedestrians may be on the road itself where there is no sidewalk. Watch for them and be ready to share the road.
How is this sign different from a school zone sign?
- It is used only near schools
- It is a yellow diamond for pedestrians in general, not a five-sided school sign (Correct answer)
- It means you must stop for every pedestrian you see
- It is the same sign in a different colour
Explanation: A school zone sign is five-sided and fluorescent yellow-green. This yellow diamond warns of pedestrians of any age.