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Difficulty: MediumRegulatory Signs

A driver is traveling along a multi-lane roadway and approaches a vertical rectangular white sign featuring a bold black symbol of a upward-curving right arrow alongside a stylized island graphic. Which of the following statements correctly describes the legal obligation established by this Keep Right regulatory sign?

  1. Traffic must stay to the right of the divider, island, or central obstruction ahead.Answer
  2. B
    Drivers may cross to the left of the median island to pass slower vehicles when traffic is clear.
  3. C
    Drivers must come to a complete stop at the sign before proceeding around the right side of the barrier.
  4. D
    Drivers are only required to obey the directional symbol when a law enforcement officer is present.

Answer

The Keep Right regulatory sign legally requires drivers to keep to the right side of a roadway divider, median, traffic island, or central obstruction ahead.
The correct answer accurately identifies that a white rectangular 'Keep Right' sign establishes a legal requirement for all traffic to pass only to the right side of a traffic island, median strip, or roadway obstruction.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the sign classification and shape
The vertical rectangular white sign with black lettering or graphics is classified as a regulatory sign, which indicates mandatory traffic laws.
White rectangular signs state specific legal requirements that drivers must obey.
2
Interpret the specific symbol depicted
The upward arrow curving right around a central island symbol signifies a Keep Right directive (MUTCD R4-7).
The visual element guides traffic safely around oncoming obstructions or medians.
3
Determine the legal driving obligation
Drivers must keep their vehicles strictly to the right side of the island or barrier without crossing over or stopping unnecessarily.
Passing to the left of a Keep Right median puts the vehicle directly into opposing lanes of travel.

Key Concept

Keep Right Regulatory Sign Compliance
Estimated Time:45s
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