Work zone signs — Vermont Permit Test

Work zone signs on the Vermont permit test — 2 rules, each with the reason behind it and a question on it while it is fresh.

The rules

A sign like this warns the driver of hazards ahead such as closed lanes, detours, rough pavement or flaggers.

A work zone changes from day to day, so the signs are the only current map of it you get.

They warn the driver of hazards ahead, such as closed lanes, detours, rough pavement, or flaggers.

2025 Vermont Driver's Manual, p.36

Follow the signs in a work zone: they are there to guide you through it safely.

The normal markings may be hidden or wrong inside a work zone, so the temporary signs outrank them.

Follow signs -they will guide you through the work zone safely.

2025 Vermont Driver's Manual, p.35

On the test

What does a sign like this warn a driver of?

Closed lanes, detours, rough pavement or flaggers. A work zone changes from day to day, so the signs are the only current map of it you get. 2025 Vermont Driver's Manual, p.36: “They warn the driver of hazards ahead, such as closed lanes, detours, rough pavement, or flaggers.”

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Where these come from

Every rule here is checked against 2025 Vermont Driver's Manual, published by the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles, and against the state code itself. Last checked 2026-09-15.