What should you do when you see this sign ahead?
- A Accelerate because you have priority
- B Slow down; the road may be narrow ahead
- C Stop and give way to oncoming traffic
- D Maintain your speed; it's just an information sign
Why this is the answer
When the road narrows, there'll be less room than normal and others may not obey the rules, so slow down and approach with caution. Even when you have priority, you should still be ready to stop.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- Accelerate because you have priority — Accelerating towards a narrowing road removes the time you may need to give way.
- C
- Stop and give way to oncoming traffic — A full stop is not required unless something is coming; the sign warns rather than orders.
- D
- Maintain your speed; it's just an information sign — Triangular signs warn of a hazard, so maintaining speed misreads it.
Where this comes from
- The Highway Code — page 133
- Know Your Traffic Signs — page 86
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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