What is the purpose of pedestrian crosswalk signs and signals?

• A. They indicate where pedestrians cross and require drivers to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks.
• B. They indicate speed limits and lane usage.
• C. They indicate no parking zones.
• D. They indicate construction ahead.

Answer: (A)

Pedestrian crosswalk signs and signals exist to clearly mark where people will cross and to regulate driver behavior so pedestrians are protected. They tell you where a crossing is located and, when signals are present, guide pedestrians on when it’s safe to cross and tell drivers when to stop or yield. The core purpose is to give pedestrians the right of way in crosswalks and to make crossing safer by reducing conflicts with vehicles. Other signs that mention speed limits, parking restrictions, or construction indicate different instructions for drivers and aren’t specifically about guiding pedestrians through crosswalks.