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A pentagon (5-sided) sign indicates what?
In Alberta, a five-sided pentagon sign specifically indicates a school zone or school crossing, alerting drivers to watch for children and prepare to reduce spe
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Question: A pentagon (5-sided) sign indicates what?
Answer options:
- Railway crossing ✅ School zone or school crossing
- Stop ahead
- No passing zone
Correct answer: School zone or school crossing
Explanation: In Alberta, a five-sided pentagon sign specifically indicates a school zone or school crossing, alerting drivers to watch for children and prepare to reduce speed. This shape is unique to school areas to ensure instant recognition. Conversely, a railway crossing is marked by a crossbuck or round sign, a stop ahead warning uses a diamond-shaped sign, and a no-passing zone is symbolized by a pennant-shaped sign. Alberta traffic laws standardize sign shapes so drivers can identify hazards from a distance even in poor visibility. Memorizing these standard shapes is highly relevant for the Class 7 exam, as shape-identification questions appear frequently.
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