Traffic Signs — Colorado Driver's License Practice Test

This Colorado Driver's License Traffic Signs practice set has 24 practice questions based on the official exam materials, each with an instant explanation. You need 80% on the real Colorado Driver's License knowledge test to pass.

Sample questions

Three questions from the Traffic Signs bank with the correct answer and an explanation. The practice quiz above draws 24 questions at random from the same bank.

1. What do the shapes and colors of traffic signs indicate?

   • The type of information the sign provides — Correct answer
   • The age of the sign
   • Which government agency installed the sign
   • The speed limit on that road

   Explanation: The shapes and colors of traffic signs indicate the type of information they provide.

   Handbook: Traffic Signs — Shapes and colors

2. What colors are regulatory signs, and what happens if you fail to obey them?

   • Black or red on a white background; failing to obey them is a traffic violation — Correct answer
   • Yellow with black symbols; they are only advisory
   • Green with white letters; failing to obey them is a parking offense
   • Orange with black letters; they apply only in work zones

   Explanation: Regulatory signs tell you of laws and regulations at a location; they are black or red on a white background, and failure to obey them is a traffic violation.

   Handbook: Traffic Signs — Regulatory signs

3. Maximum speed limits posted on speed limit signs apply to what conditions?

   • Ideal conditions — you must reduce speed when conditions require it — Correct answer
   • All conditions, including rain and snow
   • Only nighttime driving
   • Only commercial vehicles

   Explanation: Speed limit signs show the maximum or minimum speed allowed; maximum limits are for ideal conditions and you must reduce speed when conditions require it.

   Handbook: Traffic Signs — Speed limit signs