Traffic Signs & Signals — Virginia

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Questions (18)

1. What does this sign mean?
  1. No right turn
  2. No left turn
  3. No U-turn ✓

Answer: C. No U-turn

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2. What does a solid yellow traffic light mean?
  1. The traffic light is about to change to red. ✓
  2. The traffic light is about to change to green.
  3. Stop and wait for traffic to pass.

Answer: A. The traffic light is about to change to red.

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3. Service signs are:
  1. Orange with black letters.
  2. Blue with white letters. ✓
  3. Green with white letters.

Answer: B. Blue with white letters.

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4. What does this sign mean?
  1. Two-way traffic
  2. Right lane ends
  3. Merge ✓

Answer: C. Merge

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5. What does this sign mean?
  1. Railroad crossing ahead ✓
  2. Yield
  3. Reduce speed

Answer: A. Railroad crossing ahead

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6. What does this sign mean?
  1. No left turn
  2. No U-turn
  3. No right turn ✓

Answer: C. No right turn

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7. The best lane position for a motorcycle:
  1. Is in the left part of a lane, next to the centerline.
  2. Is in the right part of a lane, next to the curb.
  3. Can vary depending on road and traffic conditions. ✓

Answer: C. Can vary depending on road and traffic conditions.

The best lane position can vary depending on road and traffic conditions. The handbook does not give one fixed spot that works everywhere. It says to change lane position based on traffic, road conditions and the curve of the road. It also says to vary your position as conditions warrant and to choose the part of the lane where you are most likely to be seen and can keep a space cushion. So the best position is a choice you keep adjusting, not a permanent left or right setting.
Official handbook: MSF Motorcycle Operator Manual (18th ed.), p. 29
8. When the lights on this sign are flashing, what should you do?
  1. Stop and wait until the train passes. ✓
  2. Proceed with caution.
  3. Turn around and find an alternate route.

Answer: A. Stop and wait until the train passes.

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9. What does a traffic signal displaying a solid red arrow mean?
  1. Drivers must come to a complete stop. ✓
  2. Drivers may proceed through the intersection with caution.
  3. Drivers must yield to oncoming traffic.

Answer: A. Drivers must come to a complete stop.

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10. What does this sign mean?
  1. Right lane ends ✓
  2. Left lane ends
  3. Traffic control device ahead

Answer: A. Right lane ends

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Last checked: 2026-10-17 · Verified from official source

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