33.5.63. Which of the road signs informs about the route (road) number and direction?
UAЯкий із дорожніх знаків інформує про номер і напрямок маршруту (дороги)?
This exam question from the Traffic Rules of Ukraine tests the driver's ability to navigate using informational and directional road signs, which directly affects road safety. Correct recognition of navigation signs helps to choose the correct lane in advance, prepare for a turn or exit onto the desired road, and avoid sudden maneuvers before intersections and interchanges.
The content of the task refers to Section 33 “Road Signs”, group 5 “Informational and Directional Signs” of the traffic rules, specifically sign 5.66 “Route (Road) Number and Direction”. This sign is used before intersections and complex interchanges to indicate the number of the road being crossed or exited onto and to show the direction of further movement along this route, which is a typical situation in the theoretical exam.
Comparing the answer options shows the difference in the purpose of the signs: option 1 matches the definition of sign 5.66, as it combines two key navigation features — the road number and the route direction. Option 2 concerns mileage (sign 5.67.3) and only indicates the distance from the start of the road or another control point to the installation location, without helping to choose a direction at an intersection. Option 3 is related to marking the beginning of a populated area (sign 5.49) and regulates the mode of movement according to the rules within populated areas, but does not inform about the route number and direction.
Clause 33.5.66 — 33 "Road Signs", 5 "Informational and Directional Signs", sign 5.66 "Route (Road) Number and Direction"
Informs about the number and direction of the route (road).
It is used (in particular before an intersection) to indicate the number of the intersecting road, to inform about a change in the route (road) direction with the specified number at the intersection, as well as to organize the exit onto the road with the specified number at interchanges (at different levels or at the same level with complex planning).
Clause 33.5.67.3 — 33 "Road Signs", 5 "Informational and Directional Signs", sign 5.67.3
Indicates the distance from the beginning of the road (settlement, state border, place of junction with another road, or from another object according to the road passport) to the location of the sign.
Clause 33.5.49 — 33 "Road Signs", 5 "Informational and Directional Signs", sign 5.49 "Beginning of a Settlement"
Indicates the name and beginning of a settlement, in which on this road the requirements of these Rules that define the procedure for movement in settlements do not apply.
That is, the correct answer is "Sign 1.", given that according to the definition of the Traffic Rules, it is sign 5.66 that informs about the number and direction of the route (road), while sign 5.67.3 indicates the distance from the beginning of the road, and sign 5.49 marks the beginning of a settlement (on a blue background).
In this question, you need to identify the sign that specifically informs the driver of the road (route) number and shows the direction in which this route continues. Such signs are used as navigational aids before intersections and interchanges, so that the driver can understand in advance where to turn or which road to take if they are following a specific route number.
Sign 1 belongs to the guide signs, which are used before intersections or complex interchanges for orientation: it shows the road number, which is important for route navigation, and at the same time, with an arrow (or directional element), indicates the direction in which this route will continue further. That is, it combines two key features: the number and direction of the road.
For comparison: sign 2 does not meet the requirement, because its meaning is different — it informs about the distance from the beginning of the road or another designated point to the place where the sign is installed. This is not route navigation at an intersection, but rather "kilometer marking" (reference to the road's mileage).
Sign 3 is also not suitable, as it is used to indicate the name and beginning of a populated area with a special regime, where the rules that determine the order of movement in populated areas do not apply on this road. It does not inform about the route number and does not set the direction of movement by road number.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Sign 1," because it is the one that informs about the road (route) number and indicates the direction of its further passage.