What should you do when stopping at a stop sign?

When approaching a stop sign, coming to a full stop at the sign is crucial for ensuring your safety and the safety of others at the intersection. This action allows you to assess the surrounding environment, including the presence of other vehicles or pedestrians who may also be entering the intersection. Yielding the right-of-way becomes effective only after a complete stop, providing clear visibility to the left, right, and any other influences on the intersection.

Simply slowing down and continuing through the intersection, or stopping only if you can see approaching traffic, does not fulfill the legal requirement to stop and can lead to dangerous situations or collisions. Properly stopping gives you the opportunity to make informed decisions and comply with traffic laws, which are designed to maintain order and safety on the roads.