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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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- โIts unique shape can be recognised even if the sign face is obscured
- โTo point at the road surface
- โBecause it is a warning sign
- โTo distinguish it from motorway signs
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