33.5.20. Which of the depicted road signs designates a lane intended for vehicles operating on established routes and cyclists, if movement on such a lane is in the same direction as the general flow of traffic?
UAЯкий із зображених дорожніх знаків позначає смугу призначену для руху транспортних засобів, що рухаються за встановленими маршрутами, та велосипедистів, якщо рух такою смугою здійснюється попутно загальному потоку транспортних засобів?
This is an exam question from the Traffic Rules of Ukraine about road signs and the organization of traffic on special lanes. The topic is directly related to road safety in cities: correctly identifying the lane for public transport and cyclists helps avoid dangerous maneuvers, conflicts with route vehicles, and fines for driving or stopping in the designated lane.
The question tests knowledge of Section 33 of the Traffic Rules, the group of informational and indicative signs, in particular sign 5.11 "Lane for route vehicles." In the theoretical exam, it is important to distinguish: the sign that designates a specific lane in the same direction (for route vehicles and, as specified, cyclists) from signs that describe an entire road with special organization (for example, a lane for route vehicles in the opposite direction), reversible traffic, or general "lane usage," where permitted directions or restrictions for different categories of vehicles are set, but a specific "route" lane in the same direction is not designated.
The correct option in this task corresponds to sign 5.11, as it directly indicates a lane allocated for vehicles moving along established routes and cyclists, when this lane runs with the general flow. In practice, this means that ordinary drivers cannot use it for regular driving; entry is only allowed in cases provided by the Traffic Rules (in particular, for turning right if the lane is separated by a broken line), and the ability to recognize the correct sign is most often tested in such questions.
Clause 33.5 — 33 "Road Signs", 5 "Informational and Direction Signs", sign 5.11 "Lane for Route Vehicles"
Sign 5.11 "Lane for Route Vehicles" is used to designate a lane intended only for vehicles operating on established routes and for cyclists, if movement along such a lane is in the same direction as the general flow of vehicles.
The sign applies to the lane above which it is installed. If the sign is installed to the right of the road, it applies to the rightmost traffic lane.
A driver turning right onto a road with a lane for route vehicles, separated by a broken road marking line, may make the turn from this lane. In such places, it is also permitted to enter this lane when entering the road and for boarding or alighting passengers near the right edge of the carriageway.
Clause 1.10 (term "Route Vehicles")
Route vehicles are buses, minibuses, trolleybuses, trams, and taxis that operate on established routes and have designated stops for boarding (alighting) passengers.
Clause 1.10 (term "Traffic Lane")
Traffic lane is a longitudinal strip on the carriageway at least 2.75 m wide, marked or unmarked by road markings, intended for the movement of non-rail vehicles.
Clause 1.10 (term "Cyclist")
Cyclist is a person who rides a bicycle.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Sign 4.", considering that according to the definition in the Traffic Rules, it is sign 5.11 that designates a lane intended for vehicles operating on established routes and for cyclists, when movement along this lane is in the same direction as the general flow of vehicles.
The key wording in the question is as follows: it is not about the entire road, but specifically about a separate lane designated for route vehicles and cyclists, with movement in this lane occurring in the same direction as the general traffic flow. That is, buses (trolleybuses, etc.) and cyclists move in the same direction as the rest of the traffic, but in a dedicated lane.
Among the given signs, it is necessary to distinguish those that are similar in meaning. The sign that designates the entire road with a dedicated lane in the opposite direction does not fit, because the condition clearly states movement in the same direction. Likewise, signs related to reversible lanes or the general distribution of lanes by direction or type of transport are not suitable, as they do not specifically designate a special "route" lane in the same direction as the general flow.
According to the Traffic Rules (section 33, informational and indicative signs), sign 5.11 "Lane for route vehicles" is used to designate a lane intended for vehicles operating on established routes, when this lane goes in the same direction as the general flow. The effect of this sign applies specifically to the lane above which it is installed (or to the right lane if the sign is placed on the right). For ordinary drivers, the general principle is simple: it is not allowed to use this lane constantly, as it is reserved for route vehicles (and, according to the task condition, also for cyclists), and entry is permitted only in certain cases provided by the rules (for example, to make a right turn if the lane is separated by a broken line).
Therefore, the correct answer is "Sign 4," as it corresponds to sign 5.11 and designates a separate lane for route vehicles and cyclists when moving in the same direction as the general flow.