California Car / Permit practice question · Road Signs
What do orange-colored traffic signs indicate?
Answer choices
- A recreation or scenic area
- A road work or construction zone— Correct answer
- A hospital or motorist service
- A no-passing zone
Why this is the answer
Orange signs mark construction and maintenance (road work) zones. Slow down, watch for workers and equipment, and be ready for changed conditions.
Source: California Driver Handbook — Construction and Maintenance Signs
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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