Stop Sign
You must come to a complete stop
What to do
Stop completely at stop line or before crosswalk. Yield to traffic and pedestrians.
Tips
Count to 3 to ensure complete stop. Look left-right-left before proceeding.
Test yourself
You see this sign while driving. What do you have to do?
Show the answer
Stop completely at stop line or before crosswalk. Yield to traffic and pedestrians.
Common mistake
Rolling through stop or not stopping at stop line
About regulatory signs
Regulatory signs are usually white rectangles with black or red markings, and they carry the force of law — speed limits, turn restrictions, right-of-way. Ignoring one is a traffic violation. The written test regularly checks whether you know exactly what a regulatory sign requires you to do.
Practice questions about this sign
If you see this sign, you should:
- A. Merge right immediately
- B. Slow down and yield if traffic is present
- C. Come to a complete stop before proceeding
- D. Flash your headlights
Show answer
C. Come to a complete stop before proceeding — A stop sign (red octagon) requires a complete stop at the stop line before proceeding. You must yield to all traffic and pedestrians in or approaching the intersection.
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 Sign mean?
You must come to a complete stop
What should you do at a Stop Sign?
Stop completely at stop line or before crosswalk. Yield to traffic and pedestrians.
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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