Hitch-hiking prohibited: what it means
Sign R207
What it means
This sign prohibits hitch-hiking (trying to get a lift from a passing vehicle).
What you must do
As a driver, do not pick up passengers for the next 500m. A pedestrian may not try to be picked up by a passing vehicle.
Where you see it
On any public road.
Remember
No lifts for the next 500m.
Test yourself
Question 1
What is the purpose of the sign shown?
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Answer: C: To prohibit hitch-hiking
The sign shown is there to prohibit hitch-hiking (asking passing vehicles for a lift).
Question 2
Which of these signs informs pedestrians that they may not attempt to be picked up by a passing vehicle?
A B C Show answer
Answer: Picture B
The Hitch-hiking prohibited sign means no pedestrian may try to be picked up by a passing vehicle.
Question 3
For what distance after a Hitch-hiking prohibited sign may the driver of a vehicle not pick up passengers?
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Answer: B: The next 500m
After the Hitch-hiking prohibited sign, a driver may not pick up passengers for the next 500m.
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