Which sign warns of wild horses or ponies on or near the road?

• A. Cattle
• B. Wild animals
• C. Horses and rider
• D. Wild horses or ponies

Answer: (D)

Signs that warn of wild animals are species-specific, so you know exactly what to expect on or near the road. A sign showing a horse by itself indicates wild horses or ponies may be present. This tells you to slow down, be prepared to stop if needed, and give any horses plenty of room as they can appear suddenly from hedgerows or gaps in the verge. The other signs don’t fit the described hazard: a horse with rider means riders and horses, not wild animals; a cattle sign is for cattle; and a general wild animals sign is less precise about which animals you might encounter.