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While driving on a highway, you see a square traffic sign with a blue background and a white letter 'H' in the center. What does this sign indicate?

  1. An upcoming exit leading to a hospital service facilityAnswer
  2. B
    A designated lane reserved exclusively for high-occupancy vehicles
  3. C
    A mandatory warning of steep downhill highway grades ahead
  4. D
    A requirement to stop and yield to oncoming highway traffic

Answer

An upcoming exit leading to a hospital service facility
Blue signs with white symbols belong to the motorist services classification of guide signs. The single white letter 'H' is the universal symbol indicating nearby hospital or emergency medical services.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the background color and shape of the sign.
The sign is square with a blue background, which categorizes it as a motorist services guide sign.
Traffic signs use standardized background colors where blue indicates traveler and motorist services.
2
Interpret the symbol displayed on the sign.
The white letter 'H' stands for medical/hospital services.
Standardized motorist service signs use clear graphic symbols or single letters to convey nearby services like hospitals, gas, food, or lodging.

Key Concept

Motorist Services Guide Signs (Color and Symbol Meaning)
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Guide and Informational Signs

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