Ontario G1 Knowledge Test — G1 Practice Question
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Road Signs
An orange sign showing 'DETOUR' with an arrow indicates:
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Correct Answer: B. A temporary route around a closed or restricted section of road
A 'DETOUR' sign routes you around a closed or restricted section of road — typically during construction, accidents, or events. Follow the detour even if it looks longer; the original route is impassable or unsafe.
Why the other answers are wrong
- A.A recommended tourist routeTourist routes use brown information signs, not orange temporary-condition signs.
- C.A permanent highway renamingHighway renaming uses regulatory or information signs, and is a permanent, not temporary, change.
- D.A toll section aheadToll notifications use specific 'TOLL' signage with black text on a distinct background.