Road Signs Guide · Queensland

Regulatory signs (part 7 of 7): Queensland road signs

Key points on regulatory signs for the Queensland learner test. Each answer is checked against the official Queensland handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.

Can you go over this limit for a short time to overtake another vehicle?

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Answer: No, the limit still applies even when you are overtaking

The speed limit applies at all times, including when overtaking. If you cannot overtake within the limit, do not overtake.

Practice question 276 · official source

You see this sign on a busy freeway in heavy rain. What is the best way to read it?

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Answer: It is the most you may drive; heavy rain means slower is safer

The number is a maximum for good conditions. In heavy rain you need more time to stop, so you should drive slower.

Practice question 277 · official source

What must you do at this sign?

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Answer: Stop at the stop line and give way to all traffic

At a stop sign you must stop, then give way to vehicles and pedestrians until it is safe to go.

Practice question 279 · official source

A stop sign at an intersection has no stop line painted. Where must you stop?

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Answer: Before the intersection, as near to it as practicable

With no stop line, stop as near as you can to the intersection but before reaching it, then give way to vehicles and pedestrians.

Practice question 282 · official source

What must you do when you reach this sign at an intersection?

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Answer: Stop completely and give way before you move off

A stop sign means a full stop, and you must stay stopped until it is safe to go. Rolling through is an offence.

Practice question 283 · official source

What must you do when you reach this sign?

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Answer: Come to a complete stop, then go only when it is safe

A stop sign always means a complete stop, even on an empty road. Stay stopped until it is safe to go and give way as the rules require.

Practice question 284 · official source

Who may stop in a zone with this sign?

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Answer: Only taxis

A taxi zone is for taxis only.

Practice question 285 · official source

Can you stop beside this sign to wait for a friend?

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Answer: No, only taxis may stop in a taxi zone

You must not stop in a taxi zone unless you are driving a taxi. Some zones apply only at the times shown on the sign.

Practice question 286 · official source