Loose stones: what it means

What it means

There are loose stones or gravel on the road.

What you must do

Slow down. Be aware that oncoming vehicles could throw up stones that could cause damage.

Where you see it

On any road.

Remember

Loose stones can be thrown up by other vehicles, and they make braking and turning harder.

Your vehicle's braking and turning capacity could also be affected negatively.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which of these signs warns that there are loose stones or gravel on the road?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture B

   This is the Loose stones sign. It warns that there are loose stones or gravel on the road.

2. Question 2

   You are driving on a road where a Loose stones sign is displayed and a vehicle approaches from the front. What is required of you?

   • A Slow down and be aware that it could throw up stones
   • B Accelerate so as to pass the oncoming vehicle sooner
   • C Flash your headlamps so that the oncoming vehicle stops
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   Answer: A: Slow down and be aware that it could throw up stones

   You must slow down, because oncoming vehicles could throw up stones that cause damage.

3. Question 3

   Which capacities of your vehicle could be affected negatively on a road where a Loose stones sign is displayed?

   • A Its lighting and signalling capacity
   • B Its acceleration and load capacity
   • C Its braking and turning capacity
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   Answer: C: Its braking and turning capacity

   Loose stones could make your car brake and turn worse than normal.