Traffic Signs

NSW RKT traffic signs questions

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  1. Question 1

    No entry
    You must not drive past this sign into the road ahead.

    When you see this sign you should -

    • Not drive beyond the sign.Correct answer
    • Drive with caution.
    • Not pass another vehicle.
  2. Question 2

    Keep leftKEEPLEFT
    Pass on the left side of the sign, so keep to the left of the island or divider ahead.

    This sign means you should -

    • Pass to the left of the sign.Correct answer
    • Turn left at next street.
    • Drive carefully, roundabout ahead.
  3. Question 3

    Right lane must turn rightRIGHT LANEMUSTTURN RIGHT
    All traffic in the right lane must turn right at the next intersection.

    What does this sign mean?

    • All right lane traffic must turn right at the next intersection.Correct answer
    • Right lane traffic may turn right or go straight ahead at the next intersection.
    • One way traffic ahead.
  4. Question 4

    Two way traffic
    Traffic travels in both directions on the road ahead.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Traffic travels in each direction.Correct answer
    • No turns permitted.
    • Double lane bridge ahead.
  5. Question 5

    No right turn
    You must not turn right at this intersection.

    What does this sign mean?

    • You must not turn to the right.Correct answer
    • You may turn to the right.
    • You must give way to traffic on your right.
  6. Question 6

    No left turn
    You must not turn left at this intersection.

    What does this sign mean?

    • You must not turn to the left.Correct answer
    • You must not turn to the left or the right.
    • You must not turn to the right.
  7. Question 7

    One wayONE WAY
    Traffic on this road travels in the direction of the arrow only.

    What does this sign mean?

    • All traffic must travel in the direction of the arrow.Correct answer
    • Follow the arrow unless you are turning right.
    • Road curves to the left ahead.
  8. Question 8

    One wayONE WAY
    Traffic on this road travels in the direction of the arrow only.

    What does this sign mean?

    • You may travel only in the direction in which the arrow is pointing.Correct answer
    • No left turn.
    • One lane bridge ahead, slow down.
  9. Question 9

    60 km/h speed limit60
    You must not drive faster than 60 km/h from this sign until the limit changes.

    What does this sign mean?

    • You are not to exceed 60 km/h.Correct answer
    • You can go faster than 60 km/h.
    • You are on Highway 60.
  10. Question 10

    100 km/h speed limit100
    You must not drive faster than 100 km/h from this sign until the limit changes.

    What does this sign mean?

    • You must not drive faster than 100 km/h.Correct answer
    • You must drive faster than 100 km/h.
    • The sign applies to truck drivers only, cars can travel at any speed.
  11. Question 11

    Kangaroos next 30 kmNEXT 30 km
    Kangaroos may enter the road for the next 30 km.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Drive carefully, and watch out for kangaroos entering the road for the next 30 km.Correct answer
    • Zoo 30 km ahead.
    • Nature reserve 30 km ahead.
  12. Question 12

    T intersection ahead
    The road you are on ends at a road across it, so you will have to turn left or right and give way.

    What does this sign mean?

    • T-intersection ahead. If you are on the terminating road, you must give way to all vehicles approaching from your right or left.Correct answer
    • No through road ahead, slow down.
    • Tollway ahead, be prepared to stop and pay toll.
  13. Question 13

    No stopping during shown times8.00am - 9.30amMON - FRI
    The times shown are an example of the fitted plate: you must not stop at the kerb during the times displayed on the sign.

    When you see this sign you -

    • Must not stop your vehicle at the kerb during the times shown.Correct answer
    • Must not stop here at any time.
    • May stop at any time to pick up or drop off passengers.
  14. Question 14

    Narrow bridge
    The bridge ahead is narrower than the road, so slow down and be ready to give way to oncoming traffic.

    You are most likely to find this sign -

    • On the approach to a bridge which has room for only two vehicles, slow down and proceed with caution.Correct answer
    • When a bridge is not safe to drive on.
    • If there is a footbridge for pedestrians ahead.
  15. Question 15

    Slippery road
    The road ahead can be slippery, so slow down, brake gently and leave a bigger gap.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Road may be slippery when wet, slow down and drive carefully.Correct answer
    • Sharp turns in the road ahead.
    • Road under repair, drive carefully.
  16. Question 16

    Winding road
    The road ahead has a series of bends, so keep your speed down through all of them.

    You are most likely to find this sign -

    • As you approach a winding road, slow down and drive with caution.Correct answer
    • If there is a steep hill ahead.
    • If an unsealed road is ahead.
  17. Question 17

    DipDIP
    There is a dip in the road ahead that can hide oncoming traffic and jolt the car, so slow down.

    What does this sign mean?

    • A sharp depression in the road is ahead, be prepared, slow down.Correct answer
    • Do not drive with your lights on high beam.
    • Police station ahead.
  18. Question 18

    Curve to the right
    The road ahead curves to the right, so slow down before you reach it.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Sharp bend to the right ahead, slow down and drive carefully.Correct answer
    • Turn around and go back, you are going the wrong way.
    • No right turn allowed.
  19. Question 19

    Children ahead
    Children may be near or on the road here, so slow down and be ready for them to step out.

    You are most likely to find this sign, where -

    • Children may be crossing the road ahead, slow down and be prepared to make a safe stop.Correct answer
    • There is an athletic field ahead.
    • Pedestrians are not allowed.
  20. Question 20

    Crossroads ahead
    A road crosses yours just ahead, so watch for traffic entering from both the left and the right.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Crossroads ahead, reduce your speed and watch out for other traffic and pedestrians.Correct answer
    • Hospital ahead, drive carefully.
    • Cemetery ahead.
  21. Question 21

    Level crossing flashing lights
    Stop while the red lights are flashing at this railway level crossing, then go on only when they stop and it is safe.

    If the red lights on this sign are flashing what are you required to do?

    • Stop until red lights stop flashing then drive on if it is safe to do so.Correct answer
    • Slow down and drive carefully over the crossing if you cannot see a train approaching.
    • Stop until train has passed then proceed immediately.
  22. Question 22

    Give way ahead
    There is a give way sign just ahead, so slow down and get ready to give way.

    You should expect this sign, if -

    • A give way sign at an intersection is ahead, slow down and be prepared to stop.Correct answer
    • You are approaching a school or playground.
    • You are approaching an intersection with traffic lights, be prepared to stop.
  23. Question 23

    Trucks ahead
    Trucks turn or enter the road here, so slow down and look out for them.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Slow down and beware of trucks entering from the side.Correct answer
    • Trucks must use low gear.
    • Heavy vehicle checking station ahead.
  24. Question 24

    Pedestrians ahead
    People often cross the road here on foot, so slow down and look out for them.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Slow down and look out for pedestrians crossing the road ahead.Correct answer
    • Stop and help aged pedestrians across the road.
    • Hospital ahead, slow down and proceed with caution.
  25. Question 25

    Pedestrian crossing
    You must give way to any pedestrian on the crossing and be ready to stop before it.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Pedestrian crossing ahead, slow down and be prepared to stop.Correct answer
    • Overhead footbridge for pedestrians ahead.
    • Joggers ahead, drive carefully.
  26. Question 26

    Divided road ends
    The divided road ends ahead and you will meet traffic coming the other way.

    You should expect this sign -

    • When a divided road ends and two way traffic is ahead.Correct answer
    • If a one way street is ahead.
    • If a one lane bridge is ahead.
  27. Question 27

    Workers ahead
    People are working on or beside the road ahead, so slow down and give them room.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Workers ahead, slow down and be prepared to stop.Correct answer
    • Children's playground ahead, slow down and be prepared to stop.
    • Do not litter.
  28. Question 28

    Bicycles ahead
    Bicycle riders use this road, so look out for them, including when you turn.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Watch out for bicycle riders along the roadway or when turning.Correct answer
    • Bicycle riders not allowed on the roadway.
    • You are approaching a children's playground, slow down.
  29. Question 29

    What does this sign mean?

    • If traffic lights are out of order or the amber light is flashing, you must stop and give way to traffic as if you are at an intersection with stop signs.Correct answer
    • Stop, red light camera in operation.
    • Stop at all times and give way to all traffic.

    This one is asked against a picture. The answer describes what to do when signals fail. Nothing in the stem or the answers fixes the shape, colour or wording of the sign itself. So the question is readable here and stays out of the practice draw.

  30. Question 30

    Stop aheadSTOP
    There is a stop sign just ahead, so slow down and prepare to stop completely.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Stop sign ahead, slow down and prepare to stop.Correct answer
    • You are approaching a roundabout, prepare to give way.
    • One way traffic ahead.
  31. Question 31

    Traffic controller ahead
    A traffic controller is directing traffic ahead, so slow down and be ready to stop.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Traffic controller ahead, slow down and be prepared to stop.Correct answer
    • School children crossing the road ahead, prepare to stop.
    • Traffic lights out of order, Police on duty ahead.
  32. Question 32

    What does this sign mean?

    • Steep down-grade in the road ahead, slow down.Correct answer
    • Road ahead slippery when wet, drive carefully.
    • Road under repair, slow down.

    This one is asked against a picture. A steep descent is warned about in more than one way in Australia and the text does not say which symbol or plate is shown. So the question is readable here and stays out of the practice draw.

  33. Question 33

    Divided road ahead
    The road ahead is divided by a median, so keep left of it.

    You should expect this sign, when -

    • A divided road is ahead, prepare for a change in traffic conditions.Correct answer
    • A two lane bridge is ahead, slow down and drive carefully.
    • Freeway conditions are ahead, maximum speed is 100 km/h.
  34. Question 34

    What does this sign mean?

    • Railway level crossing with flashing signals ahead, slow down, drive carefully, and be prepared to stop.Correct answer
    • Intersection ahead with traffic lights, prepare to stop.
    • Red light camera in use at traffic lights ahead.

    This one is asked against a picture. The answer separates this from the plain level crossing sign only by the words flashing signals, which is not enough to fix the symbol on the advance warning sign. So the question is readable here and stays out of the practice draw.

  35. Question 35

    Road narrows
    The road ahead gets narrower, so slow down and hold your position in the lane.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Road narrows ahead, slow down and prepare for a change in traffic conditions.Correct answer
    • Form one lane of traffic.
    • Merging traffic, give way to your right.
  36. Question 36

    No stopping
    You must not stop here at all, not even for a moment, unless there is an emergency.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Vehicles are not allowed to stop at the kerb except in a medical emergency.Correct answer
    • Vehicles must not stop at the kerb, except if picking up a passenger.
    • Vehicles must not stop at the kerb, unless picking up goods.
  37. Question 37

    Transit lane T3TRANSIT LANET3
    Only vehicles carrying three or more people, plus motorcycles, taxis and bicycles, may use this lane.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Vehicles carrying three or more people, and motorcycles may use this lane.Correct answer
    • Motor cars carrying one passenger may use this lane.
    • This lane is reserved for bicycle riders only.
  38. Question 38

    Railway crossing ahead
    A railway crossing is ahead, so slow down, look both ways and be ready to stop for a train.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Railway level crossing ahead, slow down and look out for trains, be prepared to stop.Correct answer
    • Cattle or sheep crossing the road ahead, drive slowly.
    • Give way sign ahead, slow down and be prepared to stop.
  39. Question 39

    Side road ahead
    A side road joins from the left just ahead, so watch for traffic entering.

    When you see this sign, you should -

    • Drive carefully and watch out for traffic entering from a side-road intersection ahead.Correct answer
    • Take care, trucks crossing the road ahead.
    • Take a break, rest area ahead.
  40. Question 40

    StopSTOP
    Come to a complete stop at the line, then give way to all traffic and pedestrians before moving off.

    When you see this sign you must -

    • Stop at the stop line and give way to all traffic.Correct answer
    • Stop at the stop line and give way to all traffic on your right only.
    • Slow down and be prepared to stop only if there is any danger of a collision with another vehicle or pedestrian.
  41. Question 41

    Give wayGIVEWAY
    Slow down and be ready to stop so you can give way to any traffic or pedestrians already there.

    When you see this sign you must -

    • Slow down and be prepared to stop and give way to all traffic if there is any danger of a collision.Correct answer
    • Stop and give way to all traffic even if the intersection is clear.
    • Slow down and be prepared to give way to traffic on your right only, if there is any danger of a collision.
  42. Question 42

    Level crossing stop signSTOP
    You must stop at this railway level crossing every time, then go on only when it is safe.

    When you see this sign you should -

    • Come to a complete stop, look both ways for trains and proceed with caution if no trains are approaching.Correct answer
    • Slow down, then drive slowly over the crossing looking both ways for trains.
    • Stop, only if a train is at the crossing.
  43. Question 43

    Curve advisory 3535
    35 km/h is the highest safe speed for the curve ahead.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Slow down, the maximum safe speed around the next curve in the road is 35km/h.Correct answer
    • Winding road ahead for next 35 km.
    • Next main town 35 km to the right.
  44. Question 44

    Level crossing flashing lights
    Stop while the red lights are flashing at this railway level crossing, then go on only when they stop and it is safe.

    When you see this sign you should -

    • Slow down and be prepared to stop if the lights start flashing, warning you of an approaching train.Correct answer
    • Continue at the same speed and not look both ways for approaching trains.
    • Stop in the middle of the railway tracks and look both ways for approaching trains.
  45. Question 45

    Keep left unless overtakingKEEP LEFTUNLESS OVERTAKING
    Stay in or move to the left lane unless you are overtaking.

    What does this sign means?

    • You must stay in or move to the left lane, unless you are overtaking another vehicle.Correct answer
    • You must stay in the left lane and must not overtake any vehicles.
    • You can overtake vehicles only on the left side.
  46. Question 46

    Level crossing give way sign
    Slow down at this railway level crossing, look both ways and give way to any train.

    When you see this sign, what must you do?

    • Slow down and be ready to stop and give way to a train.Correct answer
    • Stop before the railway crossing, wait for 1 minute and proceed if the crossing is clear.
    • Drive quickly over the railway crossing.
  47. Question 47

    Roundabout
    Drive around the roundabout to the left of the central island and give way to any vehicle already in it.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Slow down, be ready to stop and give way to all vehicles already on the roundabout if there is a danger of a collision.Correct answer
    • All traffic must turn back at the roundabout.
    • Stop at all times and give way to all traffic on your right.
  48. Question 48

    When you see this sign you should -

    • Drive carefully, you are reaching the top of the hill and will not be able to see a safe distance in front of you.Correct answer
    • Watch out, the road ahead may be flooded.
    • Slow down, there is a dangerous curve ahead.

    This one is asked against a picture. The answer describes limited sight distance at a crest. The text does not settle whether the picture is a crest symbol or a plate, and drawing the hump sign here would be wrong. So the question is readable here and stays out of the practice draw.

  49. Question 49

    Hump
    There is a raised hump across the road ahead, so slow right down before you reach it.

    What does this sign mean?

    • There is a hump (sudden slope up and down) in the road ahead, slow down.Correct answer
    • There is a tunnel ahead, turn on your headlights.
    • The road ahead is closed, go back.
  50. Question 50

    Cattle ahead
    Cattle may be on or beside the road here, so slow down and be ready to stop.

    What does this sign tell you?

    • There may be animals on or near the road ahead, slow down and be prepared to stop to avoid collision.Correct answer
    • Animals are crossing the road ahead, stop and wait for directions.
    • You are approaching an animal farm.
  51. Question 51

    Disabled parkingP
    Only a vehicle carrying a person with disability and displaying a current mobility parking authority may park here.

    What does this sign mean?

    • Only vehicles carrying a disable person and displaying a mobility parking authority may park in this area.Correct answer
    • Motorcyclists may park in this area.
    • Vehicles may park in this area for up to ten minutes.

Reading them is the easy half

The road safety section of the real sitting allows one wrong answer out of 30. Answering under that pressure is a different thing from reading the list.

Questions from the State of New South Wales (Transport for NSW) Rider Knowledge Test question bank, published under CC BY 4.0. Bank retrieved 2026-08-28, reviewed 27 August 2026.