Saskatchewan Driver Education GDL Class 7 Learner Practice Test

What should you do when approaching a yield sign?

1. Speed up and proceed

2. Stop completely

3. Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary

4. Ignore the sign

The correct answer is: Slow down and prepare to stop if necessary

When approaching a yield sign, the appropriate action is to slow down and prepare to stop if necessary. A yield sign indicates that you must give the right-of-way to any vehicles or pedestrians in the intersection or on the road you are merging onto. By slowing down, you ensure that you can safely assess the traffic situation and determine whether it's necessary to stop. This measured approach not only adheres to the traffic laws but also promotes safety for yourself and others on the road. If there are no vehicles or pedestrians, you can proceed without stopping, but being prepared to stop is crucial to avoid potential accidents if others are present. Choosing to speed up and proceed would disregard the right-of-way rules and increase the risk of collisions. Stopping completely might be unnecessary if the road is clear but can create confusion or congestion if done at the wrong time. Ignoring the sign entirely disregards the rules of the road and places everyone involved in danger. Therefore, slowing down and preparing to stop aligns with safe driving practices when approaching a yield sign.