1. Stop Sign

The iconic red octagon with white letters requires drivers to come to a complete stop at the marked line, crosswalk, or before entering the intersection. You must yield to all vehicles and pedestrians before proceeding.

2. Yield Sign

This downward-pointing red and white triangle instructs drivers to slow down and prepare to stop if necessary. You must allow other vehicles and pedestrians with the right-of-way to proceed first.

3. Speed Limit Sign

These rectangular white signs with black lettering indicate the maximum legal speed for ideal road conditions. Remember that you may need to drive slower in adverse weather or heavy traffic.

4. Do Not Enter Sign

A white rectangular sign with red background and white letters warns you are about to enter a restricted area, typically indicating one-way traffic coming toward you. This sign prevents wrong-way driving.

5. Wrong Way Sign

Similar to Do Not Enter, this red sign with white letters appears when you've entered a roadway in the wrong direction. If you see this sign, immediately pull over safely and turn around.

6. One Way Sign

Black and white rectangular signs indicate that traffic flows in only one direction. These commonly appear on city streets and highway ramps. Always check for these signs before turning.

7. No Parking/No Stopping Signs

Red and white signs indicate areas where parking or stopping is prohibited. Violating these restrictions can result in fines or your vehicle being towed.

8. Pedestrian Crossing Sign

Yellow diamond-shaped signs with a walking figure warn of pedestrian crossings ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop for people crossing the street.

9. Railroad Crossing Sign

The distinctive yellow circular sign with a large "X" and two "R"s warns of an upcoming railroad crossing. Slow down, look and listen for trains, and never stop on the tracks.

10. Merge and Lane Ending Signs

Yellow diamond signs show when lanes are merging or ending. These give you advance warning to safely merge into continuing traffic lanes.

Additional Important Signs

• School Zone Signs: Indicate reduced speed limits during school hours
  
• Construction Zone Signs: Orange signs warning of roadwork ahead
  
• Curve Warning Signs: Yellow signs indicating sharp turns
  
• Slippery When Wet: Warns of potentially hazardous road surface conditions
  

Sign Colors and Shapes

Understanding sign colors helps you quickly identify their purpose:

• Red: Stop, yield, or prohibition
• Yellow: Warning of hazards ahead
• Orange: Construction and maintenance warnings
• Green: Directional guidance and distance information
• Blue: Motorist services (rest areas, gas, lodging)
• Brown: Recreation and cultural points of interest