Meaning A5
End of advisory speed. This sign is about speed. After this sign the previous rule no longer applies.
Memory aid
A = speed in km/h. A bar means the end: the rule stops here.
Common mistake
Common mistake: thinking the rule still applies after this sign.
On the road
You are driving and see sign A5 (End of advisory speed). This sign sets the speed that applies now.
What should you do?
- Read the number on the sign.
- Adjust your speed at once.
- Watch for end signs and supplementary plates.
- After this sign the previous rule no longer applies.
Practice questions with model answers
What does sign A5 mean?
End of advisory speed. This sign is about speed. After this sign the previous rule no longer applies. In theory questions the point is the immediate effect: what should you do now?
What should you change as soon as you see this sign?
Read the number on the sign. Adjust your speed at once. Watch for end signs and supplementary plates. This is exactly what the CBR tests.
Which rule ends here because of sign A5?
The rule that applied before stops here. In the exam that means you return to the normal rules, unless a new sign says otherwise.
Frequently asked questions
What does sign A5 mean?
End of advisory speed. This sign is about speed. After this sign the previous rule no longer applies.
What should you do immediately at sign A5?
Read the number on the sign. Adjust your speed at once. Watch for end signs and supplementary plates.
What is a common mistake with sign A5?
Common mistake: thinking the rule still applies after this sign.
What else should you watch for with this sign?
Watch for supplementary plates, zone markings and any end signs.
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