Meaning K5
Advance direction sign off the motorway, with destinations, route numbers, a viaduct symbol and an industrial area. This sign gives direction or route information.
Memory aid
K = route. Link the shape and colour to the message.
Common mistake
Common mistake: skipping supplementary plates, which state the exceptions.
On the road
You approach a junction and see sign K5 (Advance direction sign off the motorway, with destinations, route numbers, a viaduct symbol and an industrial area). This sign helps with route and direction.
What should you do?
- Read the destination and direction calmly.
- Move into lane in good time.
- Check that you are on the right route.
Practice questions with model answers
What does sign K5 mean?
Advance direction sign off the motorway, with destinations, route numbers, a viaduct symbol and an industrial area. This sign gives direction or route information. 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 destination and direction calmly. Move into lane in good time. Check that you are on the right route. This is exactly what the CBR tests.
Which exceptions can a supplementary plate add to sign K5?
Supplementary plates can add times, vehicles or exceptions. The right exam answer always names that exception.
Frequently asked questions
What does sign K5 mean?
Advance direction sign off the motorway, with destinations, route numbers, a viaduct symbol and an industrial area. This sign gives direction or route information.
What should you do immediately at sign K5?
Read the destination and direction calmly. Move into lane in good time. Check that you are on the right route.
What is a common mistake with sign K5?
Common mistake: skipping supplementary plates, which state the exceptions.
What else should you watch for with this sign?
Watch for supplementary plates, zone markings and any end signs.
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