Speed humps: what it means

What it means

There are speed humps on the carriageway (roadway) ahead which require a reduction of speed.

What you must do

Slow down so that you can drive over the speed humps without damaging your vehicle or losing control.

Where you see it

On any road.

Remember

Speed humps: go over them slowly, so that you keep control and do not damage your vehicle.

Test yourself

1. Question 1

   Which of these signs warns that there are speed humps on the carriageway ahead which require a reduction of speed?

   

   

   

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   Answer: Picture B

   This sign warns you that speed humps are coming and that you will have to slow down.

2. Question 2

   

   You are driving on a road where the sign shown is displayed. What is required of you?

   • A Slow down to cross the humps without damage or loss of control
   • B Maintain your speed and steer around each hump
   • C Come to a complete stop before each hump
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   Answer: A: Slow down to cross the humps without damage or loss of control

   You must slow down so you can go over the humps without damaging your car or losing control.