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K53 road signs and markings questions and answers (part 20)

15 practice questions for the South African K53 learner's licence test. Try each one first, then open the answer to see why it is correct.

286 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign W348 shown for this question
  1. Warning
  2. Command
  3. Prohibition
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Answer A: Warning

Unprotected water edge is a warning sign. An unprotected jetty edge or river bank lies ahead.

Memory tip: Approach slowly and keep clear of the unprotected edge.

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287 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign W349 shown for this question
  1. Command
  2. Warning
  3. Prohibition
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Answer B: Warning

Crosswinds is a warning sign. Strong crosswinds may affect vehicles ahead.

Memory tip: Slow down and allow for sideways movement, especially near exposed areas.

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288 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R201-30 shown for this question
  1. Command
  2. Warning
  3. Prohibition
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Answer C: Prohibition

Maximum speed 30 is a prohibition sign. You may not exceed 30 km/h.

Memory tip: Stay at or below 30 km/h and drive more slowly if conditions require it.

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289 Which sign group does this example belong to?

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  1. Warning
  2. Command
  3. Prohibition
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Answer C: Prohibition

Maximum speed 40 is a prohibition sign. You may not exceed 40 km/h.

Memory tip: Stay at or below 40 km/h and drive more slowly if conditions require it.

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290 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R201-50 shown for this question
  1. Prohibition
  2. Warning
  3. Command
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Answer A: Prohibition

Maximum speed 50 is a prohibition sign. You may not exceed 50 km/h.

Memory tip: Stay at or below 50 km/h and drive more slowly if conditions require it.

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291 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R4.1 shown for this question
  1. Control
  2. Warning
  3. Command
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Answer A: Control

One-way direction is a control sign. Traffic may travel only in the direction shown by the arrow.

Memory tip: Use this roadway only in the indicated direction.

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292 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R4.3 shown for this question
  1. Command
  2. Control
  3. Warning
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Answer B: Control

One-way direction is a control sign. Traffic may travel only in the direction shown by the arrow.

Memory tip: Read the arrow before entering the roadway.

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293 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R202 shown for this question
  1. Prohibition
  2. Command
  3. Warning
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Answer A: Prohibition

Gross mass restriction is a prohibition sign. Vehicles exceeding the displayed gross mass may not proceed.

Memory tip: Check the permitted mass shown and the applicable mass of your vehicle.

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294 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R203 shown for this question
  1. Prohibition
  2. Command
  3. Warning
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Answer A: Prohibition

Axle mass restriction is a prohibition sign. An axle mass restriction applies as shown.

Memory tip: Check the axle load before proceeding beyond the sign.

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295 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R204 shown for this question
  1. Prohibition
  2. Command
  3. Warning
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Answer A: Prohibition

Height restriction is a prohibition sign. Vehicles higher than the displayed limit may not proceed.

Memory tip: Check the height of the whole vehicle and load.

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296 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R205 shown for this question
  1. Prohibition
  2. Command
  3. Warning
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Answer A: Prohibition

Length restriction is a prohibition sign. Vehicles exceeding the displayed length may not proceed.

Memory tip: Check the length of the whole vehicle combination.

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297 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R207 shown for this question
  1. Command
  2. Prohibition
  3. Warning
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Answer B: Prohibition

No hitch-hiking is a prohibition sign. Hitch-hiking is prohibited on this road section.

Memory tip: Do not seek a lift by hitch-hiking here.

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298 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R208 shown for this question
  1. Command
  2. Warning
  3. Prohibition
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Answer C: Prohibition

Unauthorised vehicles prohibited is a prohibition sign. Only authorised vehicles may enter.

Memory tip: Do not enter unless your vehicle has the required authorisation.

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299 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R209 shown for this question
  1. Warning
  2. Command
  3. Prohibition
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Answer C: Prohibition

No left turn ahead is a prohibition sign. A left turn is prohibited at the junction ahead.

Memory tip: Choose another permitted direction at the junction.

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300 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R210 shown for this question
  1. Command
  2. Warning
  3. Prohibition
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Answer C: Prohibition

No right turn ahead is a prohibition sign. A right turn is prohibited at the junction ahead.

Memory tip: Plan a route that does not use the prohibited turn.

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These are original practice questions, not official test questions. Always confirm requirements with your driving licence testing centre.