At a stop sign, what must you do before proceeding?

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At a stop sign, what must you do before proceeding?

At a stop sign the essential rule is to come to a complete stop, yield to pedestrians and any vehicles that have the right of way, and then proceed only when it is safe. A full stop means the car isn’t moving for a moment, typically stopping at the stop line or before entering the crosswalk or intersection. After stopping, check for anyone crossing and for other traffic to which you must yield. If someone has the priority, wait until the way is clear. When it’s safe, you may proceed. Slowing down or going ahead because you’re in a hurry isn’t allowed, and you must stop every time you reach a stop sign, regardless of whether you think another vehicle will arrive.

At a stop sign the essential rule is to come to a complete stop, yield to pedestrians and any vehicles that have the right of way, and then proceed only when it is safe. A full stop means the car isn’t moving for a moment, typically stopping at the stop line or before entering the crosswalk or intersection. After stopping, check for anyone crossing and for other traffic to which you must yield. If someone has the priority, wait until the way is clear. When it’s safe, you may proceed. Slowing down or going ahead because you’re in a hurry isn’t allowed, and you must stop every time you reach a stop sign, regardless of whether you think another vehicle will arrive.

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