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Advance intersection lane control (3 lanes, shared center) sign

R3-8a / Regulatory signs

This sign shows the required movements for each of three lanes approaching an…

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Advance intersection lane control (3 lanes, shared center) sign (R3-8a)
Advance intersection lane control (2 lanes) sign (R3-8)

Advance intersection lane control (2 lanes)

R3-8

Meaning & what to do
Through only (lane) sign (R3-5a)

Through only (lane)

R3-5a

Meaning & what to do
Advance intersection lane control (3 lanes) sign (R3-8b)

Advance intersection lane control (3 lanes)

R3-8b

Meaning & what to do

Sources & scope

Independent educational summaries by DMV One Way. Sign designs follow MUTCD conventions; state and local rules can add restrictions. Use your current state handbook and the signs on the road for the rules that apply to your trip.

This explanation has not been reviewed yet. Current guide illustrations: public-domain FHWA Standard Highway Signs. Historical illustrations: DMV One Way archive.

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