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Be Prepared to Stop Sign

You may need to stop ahead for traffic control

Be Prepared to Stop Sign road sign — Be ready to stop ahead
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What to do

Reduce speed and be ready to stop if flagged.

Tips

Common before flagging operations.

Common mistake

Not being prepared to stop

Frequently asked questions

What does the Be Prepared to Stop Sign mean?

You may need to stop ahead for traffic control

What should you do at a Be Prepared to Stop Sign?

Reduce speed and be ready to stop if flagged.

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