Whenever approaching a yield sign at an intersection, you must:
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Proceed normally unless vehicles are present.
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Come to a complete stop.
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Slow down and stop if necessary.
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Treat it as a red light.
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Explanation
A yield sign requires drivers to slow down and prepare to stop if any conflict exists with pedestrians, cyclists, or other vehicles in the intersection. Unlike a stop sign, you don't necessarily need to make a complete stop if the way is clear - but you must always reduce speed and be ready to yield right-of-way. The key distinction is that yield signs give you the option to proceed without stopping when safe, while stop signs always require a full stop regardless of traffic conditions.
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