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Difficulty: MediumMotorway Signs and Signals

While driving on a motorway where previous electronic gantries displayed temporary advisory speed limits and hazard warnings, you see an overhead matrix signal displaying the word 'END'. What does this signal indicate?

  1. A
    The motorway regulations are terminating and all traffic must prepare to leave at the next exit
  2. B
    Your current driving lane is ending ahead and you must immediately merge into the adjacent lane
  3. The previously displayed temporary restrictions have ended and standard motorway rules applyAnswer
  4. D
    All statutory speed limits are lifted and drivers may proceed at any speed they choose

Answer

The previously displayed temporary restrictions have ended and standard motorway rules apply.
According to the Highway Code (Rule 257), when an electronic matrix sign displays the word 'END', it indicates that any temporary advisory speed limits, lane recommendations, or hazard warnings previously shown on the motorway have now finished. Drivers should continue under standard motorway driving rules and the national speed limit, provided no mandatory variable speed limits in red rings are active.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the signal type and content
The signal is an overhead electronic matrix sign displaying the word 'END'.
Recognising the difference between electronic matrix signals and permanent road signs determines what regulation is being communicated.
2
Apply Highway Code rules for motorway signals
Rule 257 states that an electronic matrix signal displaying 'END' marks the conclusion of previous temporary advisory restrictions or warnings.
Understanding the function of matrix signals ensures appropriate speed and lane discipline on the motorway.
3
Determine the appropriate driving action
Resume normal motorway driving under the national speed limit, maintaining vigilance and standard lane discipline.
Once restrictions end, standard UK motorway rules and speed limits apply.

Key Concept

Motorway electronic matrix signals and restriction cancellation
Estimated Time:45s
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Motorway Signs and Signals

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