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Difficulty: MediumRight-of-Way Rules at Intersections

A driver approaching an intersection controlled by a yield sign must come to a complete stop before entering, even if no other vehicles or pedestrians are present.

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False. Drivers approaching a yield sign must slow down and give the right-of-way to cross traffic, but they are only required to come to a full stop if traffic or pedestrians are actually present.
The statement is false because a yield sign mandates slowing down and yielding right-of-way, requiring a full stop only when cross traffic or pedestrians are present to prevent a collision.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the regulatory control device at the intersection.
The intersection is controlled by a Yield sign.
Yield signs establish legal right-of-way duties that differ from Stop signs.
2
Determine the driver's legal obligation upon approaching a yield sign.
The driver must reduce speed, scan for oncoming traffic or pedestrians, and yield the right-of-way to anyone close enough to pose an immediate hazard.
Standard right-of-way laws require yielding to cross traffic before entering.
3
Evaluate the condition under which stopping is required.
Coming to a complete stop is conditional, required only when necessary to yield to existing traffic or pedestrians.
Stopping is not legally required if the intersection and cross streets are entirely clear.

Key Concept

Yield Sign Right-of-Way Duties
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Right-of-Way Rules at Intersections

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