MOT LTAP ACTUAL EXAM QUESTIONS AND
COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE 2026
▶ How much of a pavement marking must be removed for it to be
considered acceptable? Answer: 96% (CMS - "Remove the markings so
that less than 5% of the line remains visible")
▶ What size sign is needed for a left or right lane closure for a multi-lane
highway over 40 mph? Answer: 48" sign (Table 6F-1, Size of Temporary
Traffic Control Signs PG. 663)
▶ What size wood posts for a two post installation are required for a sign
(X by X feet) at X feet above a 10:1 slope? Answer: refer to plan sheet MT-
150.10
▶ What sign height is required when adjacent to a sidewalk? Answer: 7'
(MT-110.10, Section 2A)
▶ What is the spacing of RPMs in the transition area? Answer: 20' center
to center (MT-99.30, Section 7)
▶ What is the minimum size of cone that can be used at night for a lane
closure? Answer: 28" (Pg. 693 TTCM)
▶ What is the maximum cone spacing when used at night? Answer: 40'
(MT-95.30 (13B)(e))
▶ How many drums are needed to close the upstream shoulder? Answer:
5 drums (MT-95.30 (13A))
▶ When is Form CA-D-8 reviewed? Answer: 24 hours a day and 7 days a
week (All the time)
▶ What are the required vertical clearances for signs in rural and urban
areas? Answer: 7'
▶ What is the minimum required length for temporary sign class A support
stubs? Answer: 42"
, ▶ A pedestrian detour in a 35 mph zone with 3' between the edge of the
traffic lane and the face of the channelization calls for which channel type?
Answer: Type E
▶ What is the minimum required length of portable concrete barrier
sections? Answer: 10'
▶ Should Arrow Boards and Portable Message Signs be finished with a
reflective trim? Answer: No they should be finished with non-reflective
black
▶ What form is used for the Work Site Traffic Inspector Report? Answer:
CA-D-8
▶ What is the word that follows the word "Construction" ( CONST abrev.)
on a portable changeable message sign? Answer: "Ahead" is the word that
should follow the word Construciton (CONST) on a PCMS
▶ How often must an Automated Flagger Assist Device (AFAD) be
attended during use? Answer: At all times
▶ When it is not possible to maintain a minimum width of 60 inches
throughout the entire length of the pedestrian pathway, a _________ x
___________ passing space should be provided at least every
___________ to allow individuals in whellchairs to pass. Answer: 60" x 60"
at least every 200'
▶ What word is used to describe a characteristic of a roadside
appurtenance that has been successfully crash tested in accordance with a
national standard such as the NCHRP report 350? Answer: "Manual for
Assessing Safety Hardware" (MASH)
▶ How soon must an unacceptable temporary traffic control device be
replaced upon discovery? Answer: 12-hours
▶ What is the striping pattern on temporary traffic control Drums? Answer:
Alternating orange & white reflective stripes 4 to 6 inches wide.
▶ What is the first sign to come after the advanced warning area sign
Answer: Transition Area Signs
COMPLETE STUDY GUIDE 2026
▶ How much of a pavement marking must be removed for it to be
considered acceptable? Answer: 96% (CMS - "Remove the markings so
that less than 5% of the line remains visible")
▶ What size sign is needed for a left or right lane closure for a multi-lane
highway over 40 mph? Answer: 48" sign (Table 6F-1, Size of Temporary
Traffic Control Signs PG. 663)
▶ What size wood posts for a two post installation are required for a sign
(X by X feet) at X feet above a 10:1 slope? Answer: refer to plan sheet MT-
150.10
▶ What sign height is required when adjacent to a sidewalk? Answer: 7'
(MT-110.10, Section 2A)
▶ What is the spacing of RPMs in the transition area? Answer: 20' center
to center (MT-99.30, Section 7)
▶ What is the minimum size of cone that can be used at night for a lane
closure? Answer: 28" (Pg. 693 TTCM)
▶ What is the maximum cone spacing when used at night? Answer: 40'
(MT-95.30 (13B)(e))
▶ How many drums are needed to close the upstream shoulder? Answer:
5 drums (MT-95.30 (13A))
▶ When is Form CA-D-8 reviewed? Answer: 24 hours a day and 7 days a
week (All the time)
▶ What are the required vertical clearances for signs in rural and urban
areas? Answer: 7'
▶ What is the minimum required length for temporary sign class A support
stubs? Answer: 42"
, ▶ A pedestrian detour in a 35 mph zone with 3' between the edge of the
traffic lane and the face of the channelization calls for which channel type?
Answer: Type E
▶ What is the minimum required length of portable concrete barrier
sections? Answer: 10'
▶ Should Arrow Boards and Portable Message Signs be finished with a
reflective trim? Answer: No they should be finished with non-reflective
black
▶ What form is used for the Work Site Traffic Inspector Report? Answer:
CA-D-8
▶ What is the word that follows the word "Construction" ( CONST abrev.)
on a portable changeable message sign? Answer: "Ahead" is the word that
should follow the word Construciton (CONST) on a PCMS
▶ How often must an Automated Flagger Assist Device (AFAD) be
attended during use? Answer: At all times
▶ When it is not possible to maintain a minimum width of 60 inches
throughout the entire length of the pedestrian pathway, a _________ x
___________ passing space should be provided at least every
___________ to allow individuals in whellchairs to pass. Answer: 60" x 60"
at least every 200'
▶ What word is used to describe a characteristic of a roadside
appurtenance that has been successfully crash tested in accordance with a
national standard such as the NCHRP report 350? Answer: "Manual for
Assessing Safety Hardware" (MASH)
▶ How soon must an unacceptable temporary traffic control device be
replaced upon discovery? Answer: 12-hours
▶ What is the striping pattern on temporary traffic control Drums? Answer:
Alternating orange & white reflective stripes 4 to 6 inches wide.
▶ What is the first sign to come after the advanced warning area sign
Answer: Transition Area Signs
