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Why is the give way sign an inverted (downward-pointing) triangle?

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Its unique shape can be recognised even if the sign face is obscured

Like the octagonal stop sign, the inverted triangle is a unique shape recognisable even when covered, because of its importance.

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  1. โœ“Its unique shape can be recognised even if the sign face is obscured
  2. โœ—To point at the road surface
  3. โœ—Because it is a warning sign
  4. โœ—To distinguish it from motorway signs

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