Texas Car / Permit practice question · Road Signs
A yellow diamond-shaped sign showing a leaping deer is posted ahead. What does it mean?
Answer choices
- You are entering a no-passing zone; do not pass other vehicles.
- A crossroad intersection is ahead; watch for entering traffic.
- Deer may cross the road ahead; be alert, especially at dawn and dusk.— Correct answer
- A steep downgrade is ahead; use a lower gear and check your brakes.
Why this is the answer
Deer may cross the road ahead; be alert, especially at dawn and dusk. (This is the "Deer Crossing" sign.)
Source: Texas Driver Handbook — Traffic Signs
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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