Moduel 3 Flashcards
(80 cards)
What government department regulates Road Traffic Signs in the Philippines?
Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)
The DPWH is responsible for the standardization and regulation of traffic signs in the country.
What international convention do the Philippines’ road signs closely adhere to?
Vienna Convention on Road Signs and Signals
The Philippines is an original signatory of this convention.
What are the three major classifications of Road Traffic Signs?
- Regulatory Signs
- Warning Signs
- Guide/Informative Signs
These classifications help categorize the purpose of different traffic signs.
Define Regulatory Signs.
Signs that inform road users of traffic laws and regulations which, if disregarded, will constitute an offense
They indicate legal requirements that must be followed.
What is the purpose of Warning Signs?
To inform road users of potential hazards along or adjacent to the road
They alert drivers to conditions that may require caution.
Fill in the blank: A __________ sign indicates the direction(s) in which the motorist is obliged to follow.
Guide/Informative
These signs provide information about routes and distances.
What does a STOP SIGN indicate?
Driver must stop
It is a type of priority regulatory sign.
What does a GIVE WAY SIGN indicate?
Yield to the vehicles on the right side of the intersection
This sign is crucial for maintaining traffic flow at intersections.
What are Prohibitive / Restrictive Signs?
Signs that restrict certain types of vehicles from entering specific areas
Examples include ‘No Entry for All Types of Vehicle’ and ‘No Bicycles’.
True or False: Warning Signs indicate legal or statutory requirements.
False
Warning signs inform about hazards, whereas regulatory signs indicate legal requirements.
What is the purpose of Directional Signs?
To provide information about the direction and distances of the route that motorists are following
They help in navigation and route planning.
List some examples of Prohibitive / Restrictive Signs.
- No Entry for All Types of Vehicle
- No Bicycles
- No Jeepneys
- No Buses
- No Motorcycles
- No Tricycles
- No Pushcarts
- No Trucks
These signs ensure traffic control and safety by restricting access.
What is the significance of the Zero Kilometer Post in the Philippines?
It serves as the starting point for measuring distance in Luzon.
The Zero Kilometer Post is located in Luneta Park, Manila.
What are Expressway Approach Signs?
Signs installed in advance of the expressway or at the nearest intersection or interchange.
They guide drivers toward the expressway.
What do Expressway Information Signs indicate?
They provide essential information such as speed limits and upcoming features like scenic lookouts.
Example: ‘REDUCE SPEED’ and ‘SCENIC LOOKOUT’.
What is the purpose of Traffic Instruction Signs?
To instruct motorists to follow specific directions or traffic rules.
Examples include ‘STOP’, ‘SLOW’, and ‘PEDESTRIAN CROSSING’.
What do Advance Exit Signs show?
They indicate the distance and direction to the next exit.
Example: ‘NEXT EXIT 4 km’.
Fill in the blank: The project new highway route numbers begin with ‘AH’, standing for _______.
Asian Highway
What are Expressway Service Signs used for?
To indicate distances and directions to various expressway services.
They help drivers locate services like rest areas.
What does the sign ‘PROHIBITED ON EXPRESSWAY’ indicate?
It prohibits traveling on an expressway.