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Difficulty: MediumRegulatory Signs

A driver approaches an intersection controlled by a red-and-white inverted triangular YIELD sign. As the driver reaches the intersection, the roadway is completely clear of oncoming vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. What is the driver legally required to do in this situation?

  1. Slow down and proceed through the intersection without coming to a complete stop, while remaining prepared to yield if cross traffic appears.Answer
  2. B
    Come to a full and complete stop at the limit line before entering the intersection, regardless of traffic conditions.
  3. C
    Maintain posted cruising speed through the intersection because the absence of visible traffic automatically grants right-of-way.
  4. D
    Accelerate rapidly through the intersection to clear the yield zone before any unseen vehicles approach.

Answer

Slow down and proceed through the intersection without coming to a complete stop, while remaining prepared to yield if cross traffic appears.
A YIELD sign mandates that drivers reduce speed and yield the right-of-way to pedestrians and approaching traffic. If the intersection is clear of all conflicting traffic and pedestrians, the driver may proceed smoothly through the intersection without bringing the vehicle to a complete stop.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the regulatory sign type and its legal definition.
An inverted triangular sign is a regulatory YIELD sign.
Regulatory signs establish legal duties; YIELD requires slowing down and ceding right-of-way.
2
Evaluate the current roadway and traffic conditions at the intersection.
The roadway is completely clear of oncoming vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians.
Right-of-way duties apply when conflicting traffic is present.
3
Determine the proper driver action based on the sign rule and conditions.
The driver must reduce speed and proceed carefully without making an unnecessary complete stop.
Unlike a STOP sign, a YIELD sign permits continuous movement if the path is clear.

Key Concept

Regulatory Duty of a Yield Sign
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