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Which of the following actions is legally required when a driver approaches an intersection controlled by a triangular red-and-white Yield sign?

  1. Slow down and give the right-of-way to any approaching traffic or pedestrians, stopping if necessary before entering.Answer
  2. B
    Come to a complete stop at the sign in all situations, even when the roadway is completely clear.
  3. C
    Maintain posted speed because traffic approaching from intersecting roads must yield to merging vehicles.
  4. D
    Accelerate quickly to enter the intersection before approaching vehicles arrive.

Answer

Slow down and give the right-of-way to any approaching traffic or pedestrians, stopping if necessary before entering.
A red-and-white triangular Yield sign is a regulatory sign requiring drivers to reduce speed and grant right-of-way to vehicles and pedestrians on the roadway being entered. Drivers must stop if necessary to let cross traffic pass safely, but may proceed without stopping if the road is clear.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the type and function of the traffic sign.
A triangular red-and-white sign is a regulatory Yield sign.
Regulatory signs inform drivers of specific legal requirements and traffic control laws.
2
Determine the legal obligation imposed by a Yield sign.
Drivers must slow down, prepare to yield right-of-way to conflicting traffic or pedestrians, and stop if safety requires it.
Yield signs establish right-of-way priority without mandating a full stop when the road is clear.

Key Concept

Yield Sign Duties and Right-of-Way Compliance
Estimated Time:45s
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Regulatory Signs

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