School speed limit sign
The reduced school-zone speed limit applies when the lights flash or during the times shown.
MUTCD designation S5-1.
How to read signs like this
School zone and school crossing signs use fluorescent yellow-green, the color used for school, pedestrian and bicycle warnings. The five-sided pentagon shape means a school zone or school crossing.
Practice question
What does this sign set?
- A A lower limit for the school zone while the lights flash
- B A suggested speed for students who ride bicycles to school
- C A speed limit that applies only on weekends
- D The minimum speed through the school area
Show answer
A. A lower limit for the school zone while the lights flash
This sign marks where a reduced school speed limit begins. The fluorescent yellow-green SCHOOL panel tells you why the limit is lower. If it says WHEN FLASHING, the lower limit applies whenever the attached lights are flashing.
Source: MUTCD 11th ed., page 1018
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