School crossing
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School crossing

What it means

The five-sided, schoolhouse shape marks school zones and school crossings, and this one warns that children may be crossing ahead. Slow down, follow any reduced school-zone speed limit, and let the children cross first.

The test question

01On seeing this sign, a driver should understand that:
  1. AEntry is not permitted beyond this point.
  2. BA hiking trail crosses the road ahead.
  3. CA school crossing is coming up. Correct
The five-sided, schoolhouse shape marks school zones and school crossings, and this one warns that children may be crossing ahead. Slow down, follow any reduced school-zone speed limit, and let the children cross first.

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Tip A pentagon-shaped sign points to school-zone rules, whereas an ordinary pedestrian crossing uses a diamond-shaped sign.

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