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A yellow pentagon-shaped sign shows two children running. What should drivers do when they see this sign?

Correct answer

This is a school zone or school crossing sign — reduce speed to the posted school zone speed limit (typically 15-25 mph); watch for children near the roadway; be prepared to stop; school zone speed limits are typically in effect during designated school hours

  1. A This sign only applies to school buses
  2. B This is a school zone or school crossing sign — reduce speed to the posted school zone speed limit (typically 15-25 mph); watch for children near the roadway; be prepared to stop; school zone speed limits are typically in effect during designated school hours
  3. C Only slow down if children are visible
  4. D This is an advisory only — maintain normal speed

Why this is the answer

SCHOOL ZONE SIGNS: The five-sided PENTAGON shape is unique to school zone and school crossing signs — the shape alone identifies them as school-related. Signs include: Yellow pentagon with two children = school zone; Yellow pentagon with adult and child walking = school crossing; Yellow pentagon with 'school' text. SCHOOL ZONE SPEED: Typically 15-25 mph during designated hours (when children are present or during school arrival/dismissal hours — specific to each state and locality); Fines are typically DOUBLED in school zones; DRIVER OBLIGATIONS: Reduce speed when entering a school zone; stop for crossing guards and school crossing signs; yield to children at all times near schools; do not pass vehicles stopped for pedestrians; CAUTION: School zone speed limits apply during posted hours even if no children are currently visible — children can step out suddenly.
Source: DMV Road Signs — School Zone Pentagon Signs

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