Louisiana DMV Sample Test
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Unique State Laws
On the Louisiana driver's test, the term "neutral ground" refers to:
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On the Louisiana driver's test, the term "neutral ground" refers to:
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Louisiana is the only US state where the official and common term for the median separating highway lanes is "neutral ground" — a colloquialism dating to 19th-century New Orleans. The state driver exam uses this local term exclusively. Everywhere else in the US, it's called a "median."
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Signs & Signals
What does a lane-use control sign indicate?
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What does a lane-use control sign indicate?
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Lane-use control signs show which movements are allowed from a particular lane.
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Signs & Signals
What does a SHARP CURVE sign indicate?
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What does a SHARP CURVE sign indicate?
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A sharp curve sign warns drivers to reduce speed and prepare for a significant change in road direction.
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Signs & Signals
Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?
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Which statement about sign shapes is NOT correct?
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Circle-shaped signs warn of railroad crossings, not school crossings. A pentagon shape is commonly used for school zones or school crossings.
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Signs & Signals
A triangular sign is most commonly used to mean ____.
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A triangular sign is most commonly used to mean ____.
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An inverted triangular sign is used for YIELD.
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Signs & Signals
What is a diamond-shaped sign commonly used for?
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What is a diamond-shaped sign commonly used for?
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Diamond-shaped signs are warning signs.
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Signs & Signals
What is a pentagon-shaped sign commonly used for?
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What is a pentagon-shaped sign commonly used for?
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Pentagon signs are commonly used for school zones and school crossings.
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Signs & Signals
What do orange signs generally indicate?
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What do orange signs generally indicate?
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Orange is the standard color for work zones and temporary traffic conditions.
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Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop and proceed only when it is safe.
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Signs & Signals
What does this sign indicate?
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What does this sign indicate?
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A yield sign means slow down, give the right-of-way when required, and stop if necessary.
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