Revision question · Hazard awareness

Why are place names painted on the road surface?

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To restrict the flow of traffic

To warn of oncoming traffic

To help you select the correct lane in good time

To prevent you from changing lanes

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To help you select the correct lane in good timeThis was the right answer

The names of towns and cities may be painted on the road at busy junctions and complex road systems. They guide you into the correct lane in good time, allowing traffic to flow more freely.

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Destination names on the roadReviewed guidance summary · DfT identifies the specific destination-lane markings asked about.

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