Key points on warning signs for the Tasmania learner test. Each answer is checked against the official Tasmania handbook or road rules; use the practice-question links to test yourself.
What does this sign mean?

Answer: A crossroads is ahead; slow down and watch for traffic
A crossroads (cross road) is ahead. Slow down and watch for vehicles and pedestrians.
What does this sign warn you about?

Answer: A 'Give way' sign ahead; slow down and be ready to stop
A 'give way sign ahead' warning tells you to slow down and prepare to stop.
What does this sign warn you about?

Answer: Slow trucks may be crossing or entering the road
This sign warns of slow-moving vehicles such as trucks crossing or entering the road ahead. Slow down and watch for them.
What does this sign warn you about?

Answer: Pedestrians may be crossing the road ahead
This sign warns that pedestrians may be crossing ahead. Slow down and watch for people on or near the road.
What does this sign mean?

Answer: A pedestrian crossing is ahead; be ready to stop
A pedestrian crossing is ahead. Slow down and be prepared to stop for pedestrians.
What does this sign mean?

Answer: The divided road ends ahead, then two-way traffic
This sign warns that the divided road ends ahead and traffic will travel in both directions on one carriageway.
What does this sign mean?

Answer: Bicycle riders may be on or crossing the road ahead
This sign warns that bicycle riders may be on or crossing the road. Slow down and give them space.
What does this sign mean?

Answer: A steep descent (downgrade) is ahead; slow down
This sign warns of a steep downhill section. Slow down and use a low gear.
What does this sign mean?

Answer: The road divides ahead into two carriageways
This sign warns that the road divides ahead. Expect a change in traffic conditions.
What does this sign mean?

Answer: The road narrows ahead; slow down
The road becomes narrower ahead. Slow down and be prepared for a change in traffic conditions.
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