Overhead direction: what it means

What it means

It tells you in advance which lane leads to a specific destination.

What you must do

Move in good time to the correct lane that leads to your destination or route.

Where you see it

On any road with more than one traffic lane, especially in rural areas.

Remember

Overhead direction sign: get into the correct lane in good time.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   

   On which roads is the Overhead direction sign used?

   • A Any road with more than one traffic lane, especially in rural areas
   • B Only roads with a single traffic lane, especially in urban areas
   • C Only freeway off-ramps that end at an intersection
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   Answer: A: Any road with more than one traffic lane, especially in rural areas

   The Overhead direction sign is used on any road with more than one traffic lane, especially in rural areas.

2. Question 2

   Which of these signs informs a driver in advance which lane leads to a specific destination?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture B

   The Overhead direction sign tells you in advance which lane leads to a specific destination.

3. Question 3

   

   You are travelling on a road with several traffic lanes and see an Overhead direction sign. Your destination is indicated for a different lane. What must you do?

   • A Change lanes only at the last moment
   • B Stop in your lane until the other lane is clear
   • C Move in good time to the correct lane
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   Answer: C: Move in good time to the correct lane

   At an Overhead direction sign you must move in good time to the correct lane for your destination or route.