What does a 'One Way' regulatory sign indicate?

Traffic must travel only in the direction of the arrow. Driving against it is illegal and dangerous.

How should drivers respond to a 'Yield' sign?

Slow down, check for vehicles and pedestrians, and allow them to go first if necessary. Stop only if needed.

What is the purpose of a 'Do Not Enter' sign?

It marks a one-way street or restricted area where entering is prohibited. Ignoring it can lead to head-on collisions.

What does a 'No Parking Any Time' sign mean?

Parking is prohibited at all times in the designated area, though brief stops for loading/unloading are allowed if the driver stays with the vehicle.

How do 'Lane Control' regulatory signs work?

They indicate which lanes must turn, go straight, or exit. Drivers must follow the arrows and obey any 'ONLY' or 'NO U-TURN' instructions.

Regulatory signs tell you the rules of the road — what you must or must not do.

These include STOP, YIELD, DO NOT ENTER, SPEED LIMIT, and NO PARKING signs.

They are usually red, white, or black and must be obeyed at all times.

California DMV Regulatory Road Signs Practice Test

This practice test covers both the meanings and proper driver responses for each regulatory sign.

The explanations below are designed to improve your test accuracy and real-world safety.

California DMV Regulatory Road Signs Practice Test 2026

Welcome to your DMV Road Sign Practice Test – Regulatory Signs DMV Test

What does the “Wrong Way” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, wrong way sign Deselect Answer

The road ahead curves to the left.

Only trucks are prohibited beyond this point.

You are traveling against the direction of traffic; turn around immediately.

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You see a white regulatory sign with two sections: Left lane: arrow pointing straight or right Right lane: arrow with “EXIT ONLY” What does this sign mean?

right turn only, no u turn Deselect Answer

Left lane must exit; right lane may go straight.

Both lanes can continue straight.

Vehicles in the right lane must take the exit; vehicles in the left lane may go straight or turn right.

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What does this regulatory sign mean? (NO LEFT TURN)

no left turn, regulatory signs Deselect Answer

Left turns are not allowed at this intersection.

You can turn left only during green light.

You must turn left only.

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You see a white regulatory sign with two arrows: Left lane: arrow pointing left with the word “ONLY” Right lane: arrow pointing left or straight The words “NO U-TURN” are below the arrows. What does this sign indicate?

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Both lanes must go straight.

Vehicles in the left lane may turn left only; vehicles in the right lane may turn left or go straight. U-turns are prohibited in both lanes.

Both lanes may make a U-turn.

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What does the “Speed Limit 50” sign mean?

egulatory, speed limit 50 Deselect Answer

The maximum legal speed you may drive under ideal conditions is 50 miles per hour.

You may drive faster if traffic is light.

You must always drive exactly 50 miles per hour.

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Which type of sign is the “No Turn” sign?

no turn, regulatory signs Deselect Answer

Guide sign

Regulatory sign

Warning sign

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What does this sign indicate? (White X-shaped sign with the words “RAILROAD CROSSING”)

Deselect Answer

Railroad crossing ahead; proceed with caution and be prepared to stop.

Parking allowed nearby.

Stop at all times.

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What does this regulatory sign mean? (BIKE LANE)

regulatory, bike lane Deselect Answer

The lane is reserved for bicycles only.

Motor vehicles can use the lane anytime.

The lane is for buses and bicycles only.

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What does this regulatory sign indicate? (White rectangle with a U-turn arrow crossed out in red)

no u turn Deselect Answer

U-turns are prohibited.

You must make a U-turn.

U-turns are allowed at any time.

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What does the “No Parking Any Time” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, no parking any time Deselect Answer

Parking is allowed only during off-peak hours.

Drivers may stop briefly to load or unload passengers.

Drivers are not allowed to park at any time in the area where the sign is posted.

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You see a white rectangular sign with the words “CARPOOL VIOLATION – $[amount] MINIMUM FINE.” What does this sign indicate?

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You see a white rectangular sign with the words “CARPOOL VIOLATION – $[amount] MINIMUM FINE.” What does this sign indicate?

The lane is for trucks only.

Only vehicles with the required number of occupants may use this lane. Violators will be fined the stated minimum amount.

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What does this white rectangular sign with the words “TURNING TRAFFIC MUST YIELD TO PEDESTRIANS” mean?

turning traffic must yield to pedestrians Deselect Answer

Pedestrians must wait for turning vehicles.

Vehicles may turn without stopping for pedestrians.

Vehicles turning must yield to pedestrians in the crosswalk.

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What does the “Do Not Enter” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, do not enter sign Deselect Answer

You may enter only to make a U-turn.

You may enter if no vehicles are approaching.

You are not allowed to enter this road or area; traffic is coming toward you.

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You see a white rectangular sign with the words “EMERGENCY PARKING ONLY.” What does this sign indicate?

Deselect Answer

All vehicles may park here for a short time.

Only vehicles experiencing an emergency may park in this area.

All vehicles may park here for a long time.

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You see a black and white rectangular sign with a right-pointing arrow and the words “ONE WAY.” What does this sign indicate?

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Traffic may travel only in the direction of the arrow (to the left).

Traffic may go straight or turn left.

Traffic may travel only in the direction of the arrow (to the right).

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You see a white regulatory sign that says “Left Turn Yield on Green.” What does this mean?

regulatory, left turn yield on green Deselect Answer

You may turn left on a green light, but you must yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians.

You must wait for a green arrow to turn left.

You can turn left immediately when the light is green.

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You see a white rectangular sign with the words “BUS/CARPOOL LANE AHEAD” and a white diamond symbol on a black background. What does this sign indicate?

bus carpool lane ahead Deselect Answer

A lane reserved for buses and high-occupancy vehicles is coming up.

All lanes are open for any vehicle.

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What does a “ONLY” sign mean? if You are in the inside lane?

right turn only, no u turn Deselect Answer

Right turn is not allowed.

You can turn right or go straight.

You must turn right.

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What does the “Keep Right” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, keep right sign Deselect Answer

Drivers must stay to the right of the roadway or traffic island.

Passing is allowed on the right side only.

The right lane is closed ahead.

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What does this regulatory sign mean? (YIELD TO UPHILL TRAFFIC)

regulatory, yield to uphill traffic Deselect Answer

Both directions must stop and take turns.

Drivers going downhill must yield the right-of-way to vehicles traveling uphill.

Drivers going uphill must yield to vehicles coming downhill.

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What does this “Two Way Traffic Ahead” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, two way traffic ahead sign Deselect Answer

You must stay in the left lane only.

The road ahead will carry traffic in both directions.

You are entering a one-way street.

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What does the “Yield” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, yield sign Deselect Answer

Stop completely and wait for the green light.

Slow down and give the right of way to traffic and pedestrians before proceeding.

You have the right of way and may proceed without slowing.

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What does the “Do Not Pass” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, do not pass sign Deselect Answer

Drivers are not allowed to pass other vehicles on this stretch of road.

Passing is allowed only during daylight hours.

You may pass if no oncoming traffic is present.

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What does the “Right Turn Only” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, righ turn only sign Deselect Answer

You may turn right or go straight.

Drivers must make a right turn; going straight or left is not allowed.

Right turns are prohibited at the intersection.

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You see a red octagon-shaped sign with the word STOP. What must you do?

regulatory sign, stop sign Deselect Answer

Slow down and proceed without stopping.

Honk your horn before entering the intersection.

Stop completely, check for traffic and pedestrians, then proceed when safe.

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What does this regulatory sign mean? (White rectangle with a black P crossed out in red)

no parking, regulatory Deselect Answer

Parking is not allowed anytime.

Parking is allowed anytime.

Only buses can park.

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What does this “No Turn on Red” regulatory sign mean?

regulatory, no turn on red sign Deselect Answer

You can turn right after stopping completely.

You must wait for the green light before turning.

You may turn if there is no oncoming traffic.

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You see a white rectangular sign with a curved arrow pointing to the left and the words “KEEP LEFT.” What does this sign indicate?

keep left Deselect Answer

Vehicles must go to the left of a divider or obstruction.

Vehicles must make a U-turn.

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What does this regulatory sign mean? (RIGHT LANE MUST EXIT)

right lane must exit, regulatory signs Deselect Answer

Only trucks must exit from the right lane.

Vehicles in the right lane may continue straight or exit.

Vehicles in the right lane must exit the freeway or roadway at the next exit.

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What does this white rectangular sign with a walking person symbol, arrow, and the words “PUSH BUTTON FOR” mean?

Deselect Answer

You must push the button to activate the pedestrian signal to cross the street.

You may cross anytime without waiting.

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You see a white rectangular sign with the words “TWO-WAY LEFT TURN” and two opposite curved arrows. What does this sign indicate?

two way left turn Deselect Answer

The lane is for going straight only.

The lane is for making right turns in both directions only.

The lane is for making left turns in both directions only.

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What does this regulatory sign mean? (TURNOUT 1/4 MILE)

regulatory, turnout 1/4 mile Deselect Answer

You must turn right in 1/4 mile.

A rest area is located 1/4 mile ahead.

There is a safe place to pull over or let faster traffic pass in 1/4 mile.

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What does this white rectangular sign with the words “SLOWER TRAFFIC KEEP RIGHT” mean?

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All vehicles must stop on the right.

Slower vehicles should stay in the left lane.

Slower vehicles should stay in the right lane.

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FAQ – California DMV Regulatory Road Signs Practice Test

What does a “One Way” regulatory sign indicate?: Traffic must travel only in the direction of the arrow. Driving against it is illegal and dangerous.
How should drivers respond to a “Yield” sign?: Slow down, check for vehicles and pedestrians, and allow them to go first if necessary. Stop only if needed.
What is the purpose of a “Do Not Enter” sign?: It marks a one-way street or restricted area where entering is prohibited. Ignoring it can lead to head-on collisions.
What does a “No Parking Any Time” sign mean?: Parking is prohibited at all times in the designated area, though brief stops for loading/unloading are allowed if the driver stays with the vehicle.
How do “Lane Control” regulatory signs work?: They indicate which lanes must turn, go straight, or exit. Drivers must follow the arrows and obey any “ONLY” or “NO U-TURN” instructions.