When you see a yield sign, which action best describes proper driving behavior?

• A. Accelerate to merge quickly.
• B. Slow down, yield to traffic and pedestrians, and proceed when safe.
• C. Stop and wait for a green light.
• D. Change lanes before proceeding.

Answer: (B)

A yield sign means you must give the right-of-way to other traffic and pedestrians. Slow down and scan the intersection or merging area, then proceed only when it’s safe for you to do so. You let cross traffic and any pedestrians go first, and you merge into traffic smoothly rather than forcing your way in. If another vehicle or person would conflict with your path, you wait until there’s a safe gap before continuing. Accelerating quickly or stopping unnecessarily isn’t appropriate; you adjust your speed to yield, then proceed when it’s safe.