What should you do when you see a yield sign?

When approaching a yield sign, the correct action is to slow down and prepare to stop if necessary. A yield sign indicates that you must give way to other vehicles or pedestrians that have the right of way. This means you should reduce your speed and be ready to stop if there is cross traffic or if a vehicle is approaching that would necessitate yielding to ensure safety.

This approach emphasizes the importance of being cautious at intersections or in situations where the flow of traffic may change. Yielding effectively contributes to safe driving practices by allowing you to assess the road conditions and the movement of other vehicles before continuing.

In contrast, coming to a complete stop, while sometimes necessary based on the specific traffic conditions, is not the mandated action at all yield signs unless there are vehicles or pedestrians requiring your full stop to yield the right of way. Ignoring the sign is not a safe practice as it disregards the traffic control intended for the safety of all road users. Speeding up could create dangerous conditions and doesn't align with the intent of the yield sign, which is designed to promote caution and safe interactions on the road.