Stop Ahead Sign
A stop sign is located ahead
What to do
Begin slowing down and prepare to stop.
Tips
Common on high-speed roads where stop sign might be unexpected.
Test yourself
You see this sign while driving. What do you have to do?
Show the answer
Begin slowing down and prepare to stop.
Common mistake
Not slowing down early enough
About warning signs
Warning signs are diamond-shaped and yellow with black symbols. They alert you to hazards ahead — curves, intersections, crossings — so you have time to slow down. On the DMV written test, expect several questions asking what a specific warning sign means and what action it calls for.
Practice questions about this sign
This sign is posted ahead of:
- A. An intersection where you must stop
- B. A speed limit zone
- C. A pedestrian-only area
- D. A school zone
Show answer
A. An intersection where you must stop — A Stop Ahead sign warns drivers that a stop sign is coming. You should begin slowing down so you can make a complete stop at the sign.
Universal rule · checked against MUTCD 11th Edition, Part 2 — Signs (General) — Traffic Signs — General · verified 2026-08-01
Frequently asked questions
What does the Stop Ahead Sign mean?
A stop sign is located ahead
What should you do at a Stop Ahead Sign?
Begin slowing down and prepare to stop.
Reference standard: Federal Highway Administration Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices ↗. State and local agencies may add rules or operating times, so follow the complete posted sign where you drive. How DMV Prep sources content.
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