What does a yield sign require you to do?

• A. Stop completely.
• B. Slow or stop to yield to oncoming traffic and pedestrians; proceed when safe.
• C. Speed up to clear the intersection.
• D. Turn immediately if no oncoming traffic.

Answer: (B)

A yield sign tells you to slow down and give the right of way to traffic coming from other directions and to pedestrians in or approaching the crossing. You should scan for vehicles and people, then proceed only when there’s a safe gap. You don’t have to come to a full stop every time, but you must be prepared to stop if another vehicle or a pedestrian would be affected. If it’s not safe to go, wait until it is, rather than accelerating through the intersection. This differs from a stop sign, where you must come to a complete stop every time; with a yield, you only stop or slow as needed to let others pass safely.