1.26. A paved path outside the carriageway of a street and/or road, located separately or adjacent to a sidewalk or pedestrian path, intended for bicycle traffic, and marked with a road sign and horizontal marking as shown in the illustration, is:
UAДоріжка з покриттям поза межами проїзної частини вулиці та/або дороги, розташована окремо чи суміжно з тротуаром або пішохідною доріжкою, що призначена для руху на велосипедах, і позначена дорожнім знаком та горизонтальною розміткою, як показано на малюнку, це:
This exam question from the Traffic Rules of Ukraine concerns the safety of cyclists and the correct identification of road infrastructure elements. For the theoretical exam, it is important to distinguish where a bicycle is allowed to travel and where it is not, as mistakes often lead to conflicts with pedestrians on sidewalks or to dangerous situations on the roadway.
The question tests the section "General Provisions" of the traffic rules, specifically terms and definitions (point 1.10), as well as knowledge of mandatory road signs and horizontal markings (sign 4.14 "Cycle path" and marking 1.36). The key feature here is that it refers to a separate paved path outside the roadway, which may be separated or run adjacent to a sidewalk or pedestrian path, but must be marked with the appropriate sign and marking.
The correct answer is the definition of a cycle path, as it is described in the traffic rules: a separate (not part of the vehicle lane) section for cycling, recognizable by the sign and pictogram on the pavement. A "bicycle lane" differs in that it is part of the roadway, allocated for cyclists within the road, not outside its boundaries. A "bicycle crossing" refers to a place where bicycle traffic crosses the roadway; that is, it is not a continuous path along the route, but a specific section for crossing.
The practical significance of the topic is as follows: by recognizing a cycle path by its sign and marking, drivers and cyclists can better predict each other's trajectories and reduce the risk of accidents. It is also important to remember the provision of the Traffic Rules of Ukraine regarding crossings: when a cycle path crosses the roadway, the cyclist is usually required to yield to vehicles traveling on the roadway, unless otherwise specified by signs or signals.
Clause 1.10 (term “Bicycle path”)
Bicycle path — a paved path outside the carriageway of a street and/or road, located separately or adjacent to a sidewalk or pedestrian path, intended for bicycle traffic, and marked with a road sign and horizontal marking.
For the purpose of ensuring the safety of cyclists, the bicycle path is located separately from the carriageway. In permitted places where the bicycle path is crossed by vehicles, the bicycle path is marked with marking 1.15. If the bicycle path crosses the carriageway, cyclists are required to give way to drivers of motor vehicles moving along the carriageway.
This clause directly tests the ability to recognize the object by its official definition: a path outside the carriageway, for bicycles, marked with a sign and marking.
Clause 33.4 — 33 “Road signs”, 4 “Mandatory signs”, sign 4.14 “Bicycle path”
Sign 4.14 “Bicycle path” — designates a path intended for bicycle traffic.
This clause is tested by the mention in the question that the path is “marked with a road sign” (in the image — specifically sign 4.14).
Clause 34.1 — 34 “Road markings”, 1 “Horizontal markings”, marking 1.36
Marking 1.36 — indicates a bicycle path (bicycle lane) and/or bicycle traffic (bicycle symbol on the pavement).
This clause is tested by the mention in the question that the path is “marked ... with horizontal marking” (in the image — the bicycle pictogram).
Thus, the correct answer is “Bicycle path.”, given that according to the official definition in the Traffic Rules, it is a paved path outside the carriageway, intended for bicycle traffic and marked with the appropriate road sign and horizontal marking.
The question describes a paved path located outside the roadway. That is, it is not a lane on the road for cars, but a separate area set aside from the main traffic flow. This is exactly how the Traffic Rules define the location of a bicycle path: it is made separately from the roadway in order to reduce the risk for cyclists.
The next important feature: this path is specifically intended for bicycle traffic. This means its main purpose is not for pedestrians (like a sidewalk or pedestrian path) and not for general vehicle traffic (like the roadway). It is created for cyclists as separate participants in road traffic.
Another key clue in the question is the presence of special markings: a road sign and horizontal markings, as shown in the illustration. A bicycle path is recognized precisely by the fact that it is officially marked with the appropriate traffic management means: the "Bicycle Path" sign and markings that separate and emphasize its purpose. If the path runs next to a sidewalk or alongside a pedestrian path but has such markings, it is not "just a sidewalk," but a separate bicycle infrastructure.
It is also worth remembering a practical point from the Traffic Rules: when a bicycle path crosses the roadway, the cyclist must be especially attentive and usually yields to vehicles moving on the roadway at such places. This further emphasizes that the bicycle path exists as a separate, specially organized part of the road for bicycle traffic, which only intersects with car traffic in certain places.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Bicycle path," since it is a paved path outside the roadway, specifically intended for bicycle traffic and marked with the appropriate sign and horizontal markings.