When approaching a stop sign on a roadway, you should:

• A. Stop completely, then proceed when safe
• B. Slow down but not stop
• C. Stop only if other vehicles are approaching
• D. Treat as a yield sign if there is no traffic

Answer: (D)

When you approach a stop sign, the key idea is to manage right-of-way by stopping and then proceeding only when it’s safe. You’re supposed to come to a complete stop and, after checking for other vehicles and pedestrians, move forward when the way is clear. If there’s no traffic, that means there’s nothing to yield to, so you go when it’s safe to do so. That’s why this choice reflects the practice: you treat the stop like a yield moment to ensure the intersection is clear before proceeding.