SA Learner's Permit Theory Test — All Questions
5 questions
You approach a red octagonal STOP sign. What must you do?
- a.Slow and roll through if clear
- b.Come to a complete stop behind the line, then give way before entering✓
- c.Stop only if traffic is coming
- d.Give way but do not stop
A STOP sign requires a complete stop behind the line every time, then give way before you enter. (The Driver's Handbook)
A triangular GIVE WAY sign faces you. What does it require?
- a.Slow down and, if necessary, stop, to give way to traffic and pedestrians✓
- b.A full stop every time
- c.Give way only to vehicles on your left
- d.Nothing, it is only advice
A GIVE WAY sign means slow down and be ready to stop so you can give way to traffic and pedestrians before proceeding. (The Driver's Handbook)
You see a rectangular sign with white writing on a blue background. What kind of information does this usually give?
- a.A warning of a hazard
- b.A prohibition you must obey
- c.A speed limit
- d.Guidance or services information, such as directions or facilities✓
Blue and white signs generally give guidance and service information, such as directions, parking or facilities, rather than a legal rule or a hazard warning. (The Driver's Handbook)
A yellow diamond-shaped sign shows a symbol of a slippery road. What is this sign?
- a.A legal speed limit
- b.A guide sign
- c.A warning that the road may be slippery, so slow down and take care✓
- d.A no-entry sign
Yellow diamond signs are warnings. A slippery-road symbol warns you the surface may be slippery so you should slow down and drive with care. (The Driver's Handbook)
You are at traffic lights and a red arrow shows for the direction you want to go. What must you do?
- a.Proceed slowly with care
- b.Wait; you must not go in that direction until the arrow turns green✓
- c.Treat it as a give way
- d.Turn if no pedestrians are present
A red arrow means you must not travel in that direction until the arrow turns green. Wait behind the line. (The Driver's Handbook)