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Road Signs & Traffic Signals

A red-and-white rectangular sign reads WRONG WAY. What should you do if you see it while driving?

  • A.You are going against traffic; turn around or pull over safely and stop
  • B.Continue, because the sign is meant for the opposite lane
  • C.Speed up to reach the next exit quickly
  • D.Back up in your lane until the sign disappears
Correct answer

A. You are going against traffic; turn around or pull over safely and stop

Why

A WRONG WAY sign confirms you are traveling against the flow of traffic. Stop safely or turn around before a head-on collision can happen.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Traffic Signs · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-009).

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