Hawkers prohibited: what it means

What it means

This sign prohibits hawkers in the area at any time of the day or night.

What you must do

Do not stop or park for hawkers where this sign is displayed.

Where you see it

On a public road where the road is narrow, near an intersection, or where a parked vehicle can block the view of other drivers.

Remember

Do not stop or park for hawkers here, day or night.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   The 'Hawkers prohibited' sign is used where a public road has which characteristic?

   • A The road is steep
   • B The road is untarred
   • C The road is narrow
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   Answer: C: The road is narrow

   The hawkers prohibited sign is used on a public road where the road is narrow.

2. Question 2

   Which ONE of the following is NOT a place on a public road where the 'Hawkers prohibited' sign is used?

   • A Where the road is wide
   • B Near an intersection
   • C Where a parked vehicle can impair other drivers' vision
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   Answer: A: Where the road is wide

   The sign is used near an intersection. A wide road is not one of the places for it.

3. Question 3

   The 'Hawkers prohibited' sign is used on a public road where a parked vehicle can have which effect on other drivers?

   • A Reduce their following distance
   • B Impair their vision
   • C Cause them to exceed the speed limit
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   Answer: B: Impair their vision

   The sign is used where a parked vehicle can block the view of other drivers.