Texas Car / Permit practice question · Road Signs
While driving you see a yellow-green pentagon (five-sided) sign showing two children walking. What does it indicate?
Answer choices
- A railroad crossing is ahead; slow down and be ready to stop for trains.
- A yield sign is ahead; be prepared to yield.
- A series of three or more curves is ahead.
- You are approaching a school zone or school crossing; watch for children.— Correct answer
Why this is the answer
The pentagon shape is used for school advance and school crossing signs. It tells you a school is near, so slow down, look out for children, and be ready to stop suddenly. A railroad crossing is shown with a round sign instead, and a yield ahead or a series of curves has a different shape and symbol.
Source: Texas Driver Handbook — Traffic Signs
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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