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Traffic signs & theory support

Learn signs visually — short explanations for your police theory exam.

Quick traffic signs quiz

Answer 5 questions.

1. A red triangular sign with a black symbol usually means:
2. A circular sign with a red border typically indicates:
3. A solid white line across the road at a junction means:
4. A yellow diamond-shaped sign in Tanzania often warns of:
5. Blue circular signs with white symbols usually show:

Warning signs

Triangular.

General danger

Unusual hazard not shown by another sign.

Sharp bend (right)

Sharp curve to the right ahead.

Sharp bend (left)

Sharp curve to the left ahead.

Pedestrian crossing

Pedestrians may cross; yield if needed.

Children

School or play area nearby — extra care.

Road works

Workers, machinery, or uneven surface ahead.

Slippery road

Reduced grip — rain, gravel, or oil.

Steep hill

Steep descent; use low gear, control speed.

Regulatory signs

Usually circular.

STOP

Stop fully.

Give way

Slow down; yield to traffic on the priority road.

No entry

Do not enter this road or lane.

Speed limit 50

Maximum 50 km/h unless another sign says otherwise.

No overtaking

Overtaking other vehicles is prohibited.

No U-turn

Turning back in a U-shape is not allowed.

One way

Traffic must flow only in the direction shown.

No parking

Stopping or parking is not allowed here.

Informative signs

Rectangular, often blue or green.

Hospital

Medical facility nearby.

Petrol station

Fuel available ahead or at junction.

Parking

Designated parking area.

Direction / place

Shows route to towns or landmarks.

Distance plate

Kilometres to destination on the route.

First aid

Emergency help point nearby.

Markings & signals

Painted lines and traffic lights control lanes and right-of-way.

Solid white line

Do not cross or overtake where marked.

Broken white line

Lane change allowed if safe.

Double yellow centre

No crossing centre line to overtake.

Zebra crossing

Give way to pedestrians on crossing.

Stop line

Stop before this line at signals or STOP sign.

Traffic lights

Red = stop · Amber = prepare · Green = go if clear.

Lane arrows

Shows permitted direction in that lane.