A block signal equipped with a number plate, a G marker, or a P marker that conveys Restricted Proceed as the most restrictive aspect is called which signal type?

A block signal equipped with a number plate, a G marker, or a P marker that conveys Restricted Proceed as the most restrictive aspect is called which signal type?

• A. Absolute Signal
• B. Intermediate Signal
• C. Home Signal
• D. Distant Signal

Answer: (B)

This is about how marker plates on a block signal modify what action trains must take. An intermediate signal is designed to carry plates such as a number plate, a G marker, or a P marker, and these plates indicate that the signal’s most restrictive aspect to be followed is Restricted Proceed. That means, when equipped with those markers, the intermediate signal tells a train to proceed with restrictions rather than stop, guiding movement through the block under limited clearance. Home signals are the entry point into a block and don’t rely on those marker plates to convey Restricted Proceed. Distant signals warn about the status of the next signal and aren’t used to depict Restricted Proceed through marker plates. Absolute signals require a full stop and do not use these marker indicators to define their aspect.

This is about how marker plates on a block signal modify what action trains must take. An intermediate signal is designed to carry plates such as a number plate, a G marker, or a P marker, and these plates indicate that the signal’s most restrictive aspect to be followed is Restricted Proceed. That means, when equipped with those markers, the intermediate signal tells a train to proceed with restrictions rather than stop, guiding movement through the block under limited clearance.

Home signals are the entry point into a block and don’t rely on those marker plates to convey Restricted Proceed. Distant signals warn about the status of the next signal and aren’t used to depict Restricted Proceed through marker plates. Absolute signals require a full stop and do not use these marker indicators to define their aspect.