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Official United States Keep Right Text and Symbol Road Sign

Federal MUTCD Specifications

Standard Code
R4-7b
Sign Category
Regulatory
Shape
Vertical Rectangle
Color Scheme
White with 'KEEP RIGHT' Text and Arrow

Regulatory Road Sign (R4-7b)

Keep Right Text and Symbol Sign Meaning & Driving Rules

Combined word and symbol regulatory sign mandating travel to the right of the obstruction.

Required Driver Action & Right-of-Way Protocol

Pass to the right of the obstruction and continue forward in your lane.

Detailed Overview & Purpose

The Keep Right text and symbol sign (R4-7b) provides dual confirmation of the requirement to stay right of the island.

Key Standard & Origin: Combines pictorial and text elements for maximum comprehension across all driver demographics.

Where You'll Find This Sign

Urban boulevards and high-crash intersection medians.

Common Driver Mistakes to Avoid

Confusing Keep Right with a right-turn requirement.

How This Sign Appears on the DMV Knowledge & Road Test

Tests distinction between Keep Right (pass obstacle) vs. Turn Right (make a turn).

Legal Penalties and Moving Violations

Wrong-side driving carries immediate moving violation citations.

DMV Knowledge Check

When you encounter the official Keep Right Text and Symbol (R4-7b) on a roadway, what is your legal duty?

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