Alternative route marker: what it means

What it means

It points out that a route other than the toll route can be followed.

What you must do

Decide in advance whether you want to take the toll route or the alternative route. If you want the alternative route, slow down for the intersection.

Where you see it

At the intersection of toll routes and alternative routes.

Remember

The alternative route is usually not of the same high standard as the toll route.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   

   Where is an Alternative route marker displayed?

   • A Above the lanes most appropriate to the movement indicated
   • B At the intersection of toll and alternative routes
   • C At every toll plaza on a toll route
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   Answer: B: At the intersection of toll and alternative routes

   The Alternative route marker is placed at the intersection of toll routes and alternative routes.

2. Question 2

   Which of these signs points out that a route other than the toll route can be followed?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture A

   The Alternative route marker shows that you can follow a route other than the toll route.

3. Question 3

   

   You are approaching an intersection at which the Alternative route marker shown is displayed. What is the correct action?

   • A Take the alternative route, as the toll route is closed
   • B Wait until the intersection before choosing a route
   • C Decide in advance whether to take the toll or alternative route
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   Answer: C: Decide in advance whether to take the toll or alternative route

   At an Alternative route marker, you decide in advance whether to take the toll route or the alternative route.