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Road signs and markings · part 22 of 23

K53 road signs and markings questions and answers (part 22)

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.

316 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R102 shown for this question
  1. Command
  2. Prohibition
  3. Warning
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Answer A: Command

Vehicles over indicated mass only is a command sign. The indicated route is for vehicles exceeding the displayed GVM or GCM.

Memory tip: Compare the vehicle or combination’s specified gross mass with the shown figure; use the designated route only if the command applies.

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317 Which sign group does this example belong to?

Road sign R112 shown for this question
  1. Warning
  2. Command
  3. Prohibition
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Answer B: Command

Shared pedestrian and cycle route is a command sign. This route is for pedestrians and cyclists, not motor vehicles.

Memory tip: Do not enter with a motor vehicle. Cyclists and pedestrians use the shown shared route carefully.

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318 A mandatory arrow in your lane points left. What should you do?

  1. Go straight because you indicated
  2. Ignore the arrow if the lane is quiet
  3. Follow the permitted left movement, obeying the junction controls
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Answer C: Follow the permitted left movement, obeying the junction controls

A mandatory arrow controls the lane’s permitted movement. It does not override the signal, pedestrian priority or the requirement for a safe path.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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319 Your exit beyond a marked box junction is blocked. What should you do?

  1. Enter and stop across the box
  2. Wait before entering the box
  3. Sound the horn and block it
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Answer B: Wait before entering the box

A box keeps the junction clear for other movements. Wait before entering until there is room beyond it, even when your signal is green.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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320 A bus lane is reserved during the signed period. May a motorcar use it because it is empty?

  1. Yes, if the driver is late
  2. Yes, with hazard lights
  3. No
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Answer C: No

A reserved bus lane is not general traffic space during the signed period. An empty lane does not cancel the reservation.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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321 What does a yield line control?

  1. A guaranteed overtaking opportunity
  2. A place to park
  3. Giving priority at the marked entry point
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Answer C: Giving priority at the marked entry point

The yield marking identifies where to give priority to road users crossing your path; stop if needed to give way safely.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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322 May you use the shoulder to overtake another vehicle?

  1. No
  2. Yes, at night
  3. Yes, if it is empty
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Answer A: No

The limited light-vehicle shoulder exception concerns allowing someone else to overtake in specified daytime safe conditions. It never authorises using the shoulder to overtake.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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323 What should you do when your lane ends ahead?

  1. Drive along the painted island
  2. Plan early and move only into a safe gap
  3. Force into the next lane
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Answer B: Plan early and move only into a safe gap

A lane ending requires early observation, signalling and a safe gap before restrictive markings begin. Do not force into occupied space.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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324 May you pass a vehicle stopped at a pedestrian crossing?

  1. Yes, if you cannot see a pedestrian
  2. No
  3. Yes, if you sound the horn
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Answer B: No

The stopped vehicle may be hiding a pedestrian. Passing it can place you directly in that person’s path.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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325 What should determine use of a reversible lane?

  1. The widest available lane
  2. The active lane signals and posted controls
  3. The direction it used yesterday
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Answer B: The active lane signals and posted controls

Reversible lanes can serve opposing traffic at different times. Check the active overhead indication and signs before using the lane.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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326 Does a recommended speed override unsafe road conditions?

  1. Yes, it must always be maintained
  2. No
  3. Only in rain
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Answer B: No

A recommended speed is advice, not a guarantee of safety. Lower legal limits and poor visibility or grip still govern your speed.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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327 You miss a freeway exit. What should you do?

  1. Reverse along the shoulder
  2. Continue to the next permitted exit
  3. Stop and turn around
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Answer B: Continue to the next permitted exit

Stopping or reversing to recover an exit creates a hazard. Continue to the next permitted exit and plan a lawful alternative route.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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328 What does a supplementary plate do?

  1. Always gives right of way
  2. Cancels all road rules
  3. Adds conditions or information to the main sign
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Answer C: Adds conditions or information to the main sign

A plate adds conditions such as time, direction, class or distance. Read it with the main sign to determine the instruction.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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329 Does the end of a headlights-on command remove the need for lights at night?

  1. Yes
  2. No
  3. Only on a motorcycle
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Answer B: No

Ending one specific headlights command does not end independent lighting duties, including night lighting and motorcycle daytime lighting.

Memory tip: Read the main sign, marking and conditions together.

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330 When may a minibus wait or park at this stop?

  1. Only if the sign indicates that the stop is a terminus
  2. Whenever the road is quiet
  3. Whenever it has no passengers
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Answer A: Only if the sign indicates that the stop is a terminus

A minibus may only wait or park here if the sign says the stop is a terminus.

Memory tip: Terminus shown? Only then may you wait.

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