Illinois Driving Permit Practice Test

How should you respond to a yield sign?

1. Speed up to merge quickly

2. Stop completely regardless of traffic

3. Slow down and yield to any oncoming traffic

4. Ignore and continue at the same speed

The correct answer is: Slow down and yield to any oncoming traffic

Responding to a yield sign involves slowing down and yielding the right of way to any oncoming traffic. This means that if you encounter a yield sign, you should reduce your speed and be prepared to stop if there are other vehicles, pedestrians, or cyclists present that have the right of way. Yield signs are put in place to manage traffic at intersections where stopping isn't always necessary if the path is clear. By slowing down, you ensure that you can safely assess the traffic conditions and make an informed decision about whether to proceed or stop. This helps to maintain safety for all road users and prevents potential collisions. The other approaches do not align with safe driving practices. For instance, speeding up to merge quickly could create dangerous situations, particularly if other drivers are not aware of your increased speed or if there is heavy traffic. Stopping completely regardless of traffic may cause unnecessary delays and confusion for other drivers, while ignoring the yield sign and continuing at the same speed disregards the need to assess any oncoming vehicles, which could lead to accidents.