Oregon: Road signs
Regulatory, warning, school, work-zone, guide and information signs shown in the Oregon Driver Manual. Split into 3 shorter tests so you're not stuck in one long quiz.
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Road signs — Part 1
Questions in this part include: “You must obey all signs, signals and markings unless you see whom redirecting traffic?”
StartRoad signs — Part 2
Questions in this part include: “You see an in-street pedestrian crossing sign at a crosswalk and a pedestrian is in the crosswalk. What must you do?”
StartRoad signs — Part 3
Questions in this part include: “What is a safety corridor?”
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You must obey all signs, signals and markings unless you see whom redirecting traffic?
- Another driver waving you on
- A pedestrian in a crosswalk
- A police officer or road worker
- A passenger in your vehicle
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Correct answer: A police officer or road worker
The only exception to obeying signs, signals and markings is a police officer or road worker redirecting traffic.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7)
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What must you do at a stop sign?
- Slow down and yield only if traffic is present
- Reduce speed and be ready to stop
- Come to a complete stop
- Stop only if other vehicles are in the intersection
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Correct answer: Come to a complete stop
A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7)
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At a stop sign, what must you do for pedestrians crossing in front of you?
- Stay stopped while they cross in marked or unmarked crosswalks
- Stop only for pedestrians who are in a marked crosswalk
- Slow down and sound your horn
- Proceed once they pass your lane
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Correct answer: Stay stopped while they cross in marked or unmarked crosswalks
You must stop and stay stopped for pedestrians crossing in marked or unmarked crosswalks.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7)
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After you have stopped at a stop sign, when may you enter the intersection?
- As soon as the vehicle ahead of you has moved
- When the driver behind you honks
- Once the oncoming driver waves at you
- When it is safe
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Correct answer: When it is safe
After the complete stop, you may enter the intersection when it is safe.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7)
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What does a yield sign tell you to do?
- Always come to a complete stop and wait for a green light
- Slow down and yield the right of way, stopping if needed
- Speed up and merge ahead of other traffic
- Stop only when a police officer is present
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Correct answer: Slow down and yield the right of way, stopping if needed
You should reduce speed and yield right of way, and stop if needed the same as for a stop sign.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7)
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What does a Do Not Enter sign warn you not to do?
- Enter a road or freeway
- Pass another vehicle
- Park along the curb
- Make a U-turn
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Correct answer: Enter a road or freeway
The sign warns you not to enter a road or freeway, and you see it if you are going the wrong way.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7)
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A sign shows a turn arrow inside a red circle with a slash across it. What does it mean?
- Make only the turn shown
- Make the turn shown only after stopping
- Do not make the turn shown
- The turn shown is allowed from this lane only
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Correct answer: Do not make the turn shown
A red circle with a slash mark means do not make the turn shown.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 7 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 7)
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What does a speed limit sign indicate?
- The minimum speed in miles per hour
- The safe speed for freeway ramps and curves
- The speed at which most traffic travels
- The maximum speed in miles per hour
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Correct answer: The maximum speed in miles per hour
A speed limit sign indicates the maximum speed in miles per hour.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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What may be true of an electronic speed limit sign?
- It applies only at night
- It may be ignored when traffic is light
- It may change based on current conditions
- It shows the minimum speed
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Correct answer: It may change based on current conditions
Speed limit signs may be electronic and may change based on current conditions.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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What does a One Way sign tell you?
- Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow
- Traffic flows in both directions but only one lane is open
- Passing is allowed only in the direction of the arrow
- You must turn in the direction of the arrow
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Correct answer: Traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow
On a One Way sign traffic flows only in the direction of the arrow.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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A sign below a stop sign reads RIGHT TURN PERMITTED WITHOUT STOPPING. What does it mean?
- Traffic turning right must stop, and other traffic need not
- Right turns are not allowed at this stop sign
- Only transit vehicles may turn right without stopping
- Right-turning traffic need not stop, but other traffic must
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Correct answer: Right-turning traffic need not stop, but other traffic must
Traffic turning right may turn without stopping; other traffic must stop and yield right of way.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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What do lane-use control signs with the word ONLY and arrows show?
- Which lanes are closed to all traffic during rush hour
- The turns required or permitted from each lane
- The lanes where passing is allowed on the road ahead
- The speed limit for each lane
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Correct answer: The turns required or permitted from each lane
Lane-use control signs are used where turns are required or permitted from lanes as shown.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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Which vehicles may continue straight through an intersection in a lane marked RIGHT LANE ONLY with a bus symbol?
- Only transit vehicles, or bikes if the sign shows it
- Any vehicle carrying two or more people
- Any vehicle traveling at or below the speed limit
- Only school buses
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Correct answer: Only transit vehicles, or bikes if the sign shows it
Only transit vehicles (or people biking, if indicated on the sign) may continue straight through the intersection.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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A RIGHT TURNS PERMITTED sign is posted below a transit lane sign. What may you briefly do in the transit lane?
- Drive in it to pass slower traffic on the right
- Use it as an ordinary travel lane for a few blocks
- Turn into a driveway or at the next intersection
- Drive in it to avoid a traffic signal ahead
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Correct answer: Turn into a driveway or at the next intersection
The sign allows brief use of the transit lane to turn into a driveway, turn at the next intersection, or pull over to park along the curb where allowed.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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In a transit lane that you may use for a right turn, whom must you always yield to?
- Only transit vehicles
- Transit vehicles and people riding bicycles
- Only vehicles behind you
- Vehicles carrying two or more people
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Correct answer: Transit vehicles and people riding bicycles
The manual says to always yield to transit vehicles and people riding bicycles in transit lanes.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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If a transit vehicle is in the transit lane you want to turn from, when should you merge into the lane?
- Ahead of it, before it arrives
- Beside it, at the same speed
- Only after it has stopped
- Behind it, after it passes
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Correct answer: Behind it, after it passes
The manual says to merge into the lane behind them after they pass.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 8 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 8)
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What does a Keep Right sign show is ahead?
- A lane that ends
- Traffic merging onto the road from the left
- A traffic island, median or obstruction
- A road that ends in a "T" intersection
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Correct answer: A traffic island, median or obstruction
The sign means a traffic island, median or obstruction divides the road ahead, so keep to the right.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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How is the center lane used where a CENTER LANE ONLY sign shows left-turn arrows pointing both ways?
- It is shared for left turns from both directions
- It is reserved for passing
- It is reserved for traffic in one direction
- It is reserved for buses
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Correct answer: It is shared for left turns from both directions
A Center Lane Turn Only sign means the center lane is shared for left turns from both directions.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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What does a white sign reading DO NOT PASS mean?
- You may pass only when no oncoming traffic is visible
- You may pass only on the right
- You may pass only motorcycles
- You may not pass
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Correct answer: You may not pass
A Do Not Pass sign indicates that you may not pass.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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A lane sign reads HOV 2+ ONLY. Which vehicles may use the lane?
- Vehicles carrying at least two persons
- Vehicles carrying at least three persons
- Only vehicles with a commercial license
- Only motorcycles and mopeds
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Correct answer: Vehicles carrying at least two persons
A High Occupancy Vehicle lane is reserved for vehicles carrying at least two or more persons, as noted on the sign.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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What may be painted on a high occupancy vehicle lane?
- A red circle
- A yellow arrow
- A white diamond
- A blue square
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Correct answer: A white diamond
A white diamond may be painted on the lane.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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What must you do under a LEFT TURN YIELD ON GREEN sign when you face a green circular signal?
- Turn left ahead of oncoming traffic
- Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
- Stop and wait for a green arrow before turning left
- Turn left only if there is no pedestrian
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Correct answer: Yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians
On a green circular signal you must yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic and pedestrians until it is safe to turn.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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What must you do under a STOP HERE FOR PEDESTRIANS sign when a pedestrian is in the crosswalk?
- Slow down and drive around the pedestrian
- Stop after entering the crosswalk
- Honk to warn the pedestrian
- Stop at the stop line
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Correct answer: Stop at the stop line
The sign tells you to stop at the stop line when a pedestrian is in the crosswalk.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 9 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 9)
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A road hazard is not marked by any warning sign. Who is responsible for recognizing and reacting correctly to the changing conditions?
- You, the driver
- The road authority
- The nearest police agency
- No one
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Correct answer: You, the driver
The manual states that you are ultimately responsible for reacting correctly to changing conditions, signed or not.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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What does a flashing yellow beacon on a pedestrian crossing sign indicate?
- A school bus is loading or unloading children
- The crosswalk is closed to pedestrians ahead
- Pedestrians must wait for you to pass the crosswalk
- A pedestrian is crossing or about to cross
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Correct answer: A pedestrian is crossing or about to cross
The flashing beacon indicates a pedestrian is crossing, has recently crossed or is about to cross.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A yellow diamond sign has a TRAIL X-ING plate and shows a bicycle above a person walking. What does it mean?
- A bicycle lane begins ahead on the right side
- Bicycles and pedestrians regularly cross the road
- Bicycles are not allowed on the road ahead
- Pedestrians must use the path and not the road
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Correct answer: Bicycles and pedestrians regularly cross the road
A Multiuse Path Crossing sign means people riding bicycles and pedestrians regularly cross the road in the area.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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You see an in-street pedestrian crossing sign at a crosswalk and a pedestrian is in the crosswalk. What must you do?
- Stop
- Slow down and pass behind the pedestrian
- Sound your horn and continue
- Yield only if a vehicle is behind you
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Correct answer: Stop
The sign tells you to stop when a pedestrian is in the crosswalk.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A yellow diamond sign shows an arrow bending to the right. What does it indicate?
- There is a sharp turn ahead
- A series of turns lies ahead
- There is a curve ahead
- The road curves right, then left
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Correct answer: There is a curve ahead
The Curve sign means there is a curve ahead.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A yellow diamond sign shows an arrow that turns at a right angle. What does it indicate?
- There is a gentle curve ahead
- There is a sharp turn in the road ahead
- A four-way intersection is ahead
- Traffic is merging from the right
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Correct answer: There is a sharp turn in the road ahead
The Sharp Turn sign means there is a sharp turn in the road ahead.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A yellow sign shows a black chevron pointing to the side. What does it indicate?
- Traffic is merging onto the road from the side shown
- The lane you are in ends soon and you must merge
- A divided highway begins or ends ahead
- A sharp curve or change in road direction at the sign
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Correct answer: A sharp curve or change in road direction at the sign
A chevron marks a sharp curve or change in direction of the road at the sign.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 10 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 10)
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A yellow diamond sign shows an arrow with several wiggles. What does it indicate?
- The road ahead curves right, then left
- A sharp turn is ahead
- The road contains a series of turns or curves
- A steep grade is ahead
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Correct answer: The road contains a series of turns or curves
The Winding Road sign indicates a series of turns or curves.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What does a Reversing Curves sign tell you?
- The road ahead curves to the right, then left
- The road ahead curves to the left, then right
- The road contains a series of turns or curves
- There is a sharp turn ahead
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Correct answer: The road ahead curves to the right, then left
A Reversing Curves sign means the road ahead curves to the right, then left.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What does a yellow diamond sign with a plus-shaped symbol mean?
- A "T" intersection is ahead
- A railroad crossing is ahead
- Two roadways join together
- A four-way intersection is ahead
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Correct answer: A four-way intersection is ahead
The Crossroad sign means a four-way intersection is ahead and crosstraffic may enter the road.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What does a Side Road sign, which shows a "T" shape, mean?
- A four-way intersection is ahead with crosstraffic
- A "T" intersection, with traffic from either side
- The road ahead ends in a dead end with no outlet
- Traffic is merging onto the road from the side shown
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Correct answer: A "T" intersection, with traffic from either side
A Side Road sign warns of a "T" intersection ahead where traffic may enter from the left or right.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What does a Merge sign mean?
- Traffic is merging from the side shown
- Two roadways join and you do not need to merge
- Your lane ends soon
- The road ahead is divided
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Correct answer: Traffic is merging from the side shown
A Merge sign means traffic is merging from the side shown.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What does an Add Lane sign mean?
- Your lane ends and you must merge into the through lane
- Traffic is merging from the side shown
- Two roadways join together; you need not merge
- A divided highway begins and you keep right
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Correct answer: Two roadways join together; you need not merge
An Add Lane sign means two roadways join together and you do not need to merge.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What must vehicles in the indicated lane do when they see a Lane Reduction sign?
- Exit the road at the next ramp
- Merge into the through lane
- Stop and wait for traffic to clear
- Continue in the lane until it ends
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Correct answer: Merge into the through lane
A Lane Reduction sign means the indicated lane ends soon and vehicles in that lane must merge into the through lane.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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What does a Two-Way Traffic Ahead sign mean?
- The two-way road ahead becomes a one-way road
- Two roadways join and you do not need to merge onto either
- A divided highway begins ahead
- A one-way road joins a two-way road; you face oncoming traffic
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Correct answer: A one-way road joins a two-way road; you face oncoming traffic
The sign means the one-way road joins a two-way road ahead and you will be facing oncoming traffic.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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Where a divided highway begins or ends, what does the sign tell you to do?
- Keep to the left
- Stop and yield to oncoming traffic
- Keep to the right
- Merge into the left lane
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Correct answer: Keep to the right
The Divided Highway Begins or Ends signs tell you to keep to the right.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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A yellow diamond sign shows a red octagon below an arrow. What should you do?
- Slow down and prepare to stop
- Stop and yield to cross traffic
- Speed up to clear the intersection
- Merge into the through lane
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Correct answer: Slow down and prepare to stop
A Stop Ahead sign means there is a stop sign ahead, so slow down and prepare to stop.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 11 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 11)
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A yellow diamond sign shows a traffic signal with red, yellow and green lights. What should you do?
- Stop and wait for a green light
- Treat the intersection as a stop sign
- Maintain your speed
- Slow down and be ready to stop
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Correct answer: Slow down and be ready to stop
A Signal Ahead sign means a traffic signal is ahead, so slow down and be ready to stop.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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A yellow diamond sign shows an arrow above a speed limit sign. What does it mean?
- The speed limit has ended
- A reduced speed limit is ahead
- The maximum speed on this road is increasing
- The speed limit sign shown is advisory
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Correct answer: A reduced speed limit is ahead
A Reduced Speed Limit Ahead sign tells you a reduced speed limit is ahead and to prepare to slow down.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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A yellow diamond sign shows arrows circling in a ring. What does it mean?
- There is a roundabout intersection ahead
- A four-way intersection is ahead
- Two roadways join together
- The road ahead has a series of curves
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Correct answer: There is a roundabout intersection ahead
A Roundabout Ahead sign means there is a roundabout intersection ahead.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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A yellow diamond sign shows a height such as 12'-6" between two arrows. What should you do if your vehicle is too tall to pass under it?
- Slow down and proceed carefully
- Do not proceed under the overpass
- Use the shoulder to pass under it
- Stop until a police officer arrives
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Correct answer: Do not proceed under the overpass
A Low Clearance sign warns the overpass ahead has low clearance and you must not proceed if your vehicle is too tall.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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What does a Hill sign mean?
- A road is closed ahead
- The road is slippery ahead
- A railroad crossing is ahead
- A steep grade is ahead
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Correct answer: A steep grade is ahead
A Hill sign means a steep grade is ahead.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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What does an Advisory Speed sign advise?
- The maximum legal speed on a freeway
- The minimum speed on a freeway
- The safe speed for freeway ramps and curves
- The speed at which traffic usually flows
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Correct answer: The safe speed for freeway ramps and curves
An Advisory Speed sign advises the safe speed for freeway ramps and curves.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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A yellow diamond sign shows a car with wavy skid marks behind it. What does it mean?
- The pavement is unusually slick when wet
- There is a series of curves ahead
- There is an obstacle in the road ahead
- The road ahead is closed to traffic
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Correct answer: The pavement is unusually slick when wet
The Slippery When Wet sign means the pavement is unusually slick when wet.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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What should you do if you see deer or other wildlife near a Deer sign?
- Speed up to pass quickly
- Stop and wait for them to cross
- Flash your lights at them
- Slow down
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Correct answer: Slow down
The Deer sign says to be alert and to slow down if you see deer or other wildlife.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 12 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 12)
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What do route signs show you?
- The distance to the next exit on the highway
- Which route you are on and the kind of highway
- The direction of nearby cities and roads
- Which services are available at the next exit
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Correct answer: Which route you are on and the kind of highway
Route signs show which route you are on and if the road is an interstate, U.S. route, or state highway.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What does the number on an exit sign help you know?
- The speed limit on the exit ramp
- The distance to the next city
- Which exit to take
- Which route you are on
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Correct answer: Which exit to take
The number on an exit sign helps you know which exit to take.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What is a safety corridor?
- A stretch of highway reserved for emergency vehicles during peak hours
- A stretch of highway with more fatal and serious injury collisions than average
- A stretch of highway with a lower speed limit for trucks and buses
- A highway area where passing and lane changes are never allowed
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Correct answer: A stretch of highway with more fatal and serious injury collisions than average
Safety corridors are designated stretches of highway with more fatal and serious injury collisions than the statewide average.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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What does the manual say to do in a safety corridor for safety?
- Use your horn often
- Use cruise control
- Drive in the right lane only
- Turn on your lights
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Correct answer: Turn on your lights
The manual says to turn on your lights for safety in a safety corridor.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Signs identifying safety corridors may include what?
- Flashing red beacons
- Orange cones
- Diamond shaped flags
- Brown panels
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Correct answer: Diamond shaped flags
Signs identifying safety corridors may include diamond shaped flags.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 13 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 13)
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Which of these may a blue motorist service sign indicate?
- A school zone is ahead on this road
- An electric vehicle charging station
- A railroad crossing is just ahead
- A work zone with lane closures ahead
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Correct answer: An electric vehicle charging station
Blue motorist service signs may indicate gas, food, lodging, a rest area, an electric vehicle charging station, accessible facilities or the road to a hospital.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 14 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 14)
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What is a school zone?
- Any road within a set distance of a school building, whether or not signs are posted
- The parking area and sidewalks directly beside a school building
- Any section of road where children are walking or riding bicycles
- A section of road adjacent to a school or a school crosswalk where signs designate a school zone
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Correct answer: A section of road adjacent to a school or a school crosswalk where signs designate a school zone
A school zone is a section of road adjacent to a school or school crosswalk where signs designate a school zone.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
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You see a yellow five-sided sign showing two figures walking. What does it mark?
- A street ahead where only pedestrians are allowed to travel
- The end of a school speed zone and the end of the reduced speed limit
- The beginning of a school zone and a warning about school crossings
- A work zone ahead where people are on foot in the road
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Correct answer: The beginning of a school zone and a warning about school crossings
This five-sided yellow sign marks the beginning of school zones and warns you about school crossings.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
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Where does a school speed zone begin?
- At the END SCHOOL ZONE sign
- At the SCHOOL SPEED LIMIT 20 sign
- At the first school crosswalk marking
- At any posted speed sign
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Correct answer: At the SCHOOL SPEED LIMIT 20 sign
The school speed zone begins at the SCHOOL SPEED LIMIT 20 sign.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
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Where does a school speed zone end?
- At the next intersection beyond the school
- At the END SCHOOL ZONE sign or at another posted speed sign
- At the point where the school building is no longer in view
- At the last school crosswalk marking
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Correct answer: At the END SCHOOL ZONE sign or at another posted speed sign
A school speed zone ends at the END SCHOOL ZONE sign or at another posted speed sign.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
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What does it mean when a yellow light on a school speed limit sign is flashing?
- School is not in session and the limit is not in effect
- Children are playing on the school grounds at recess
- A school crosswalk is closed ahead
- Children are arriving at or leaving school
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Correct answer: Children are arriving at or leaving school
A flashing yellow light on a school speed sign indicates that children are arriving at or leaving school.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
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A school speed limit 20 sign shows SCHOOL DAYS 7 AM-5PM. When must you obey the 20 mph limit?
- Between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on a day school is in session
- Only while a yellow light on the sign is flashing
- At any hour on a day school is in session
- Every day between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m., even when school is not in session
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Correct answer: Between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on a day school is in session
The School Hours Speed Limit sign applies between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on a day school is in session.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
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When must you obey the 20 mph limit on a school speed limit sign that reads WHEN CHILDREN ARE PRESENT?
- Only between 7 a.m. and 5 p.m. on school days
- Only while a yellow light on the sign is flashing
- Only on days when school is in session
- Any day, at any time children are present
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Correct answer: Any day, at any time children are present
The School Speed Limit Sign for When Children Are Present applies any day, at any time children are present.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)
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Which situation counts as children being present at a school speed limit sign for when children are present?
- A school bus is parked within sight of the sign
- A traffic patrol member is present to assist children at a crosswalk
- Children are playing on the athletic field behind the school building
- A yellow light on the sign is flashing
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Correct answer: A traffic patrol member is present to assist children at a crosswalk
The manual lists a traffic patrol member present to assist children at a crosswalk as a case of children being present.
Source: Oregon Driver Manual (2026-2027), page 49 · Open this page in the manual (Manual page 49)