Stop Sign
The Stop sign is the only octagonal sign in the system — its unique shape lets it be recognised even from the back or in poor light. It demands a complete halt every time, regardless of whether other traffic is present.
Meaning
Octagonal red sign with white border and the word STOP.
Required driver response
Come to a complete stop at the stop line, yield to all cross traffic and pedestrians, and proceed only when safe.
Question patterns
- “What does this sign mean?” — recognition of meaning.
- “What must you do when you see this sign?” — required response.
- Distractor trap: rolling through without stopping fully (treating it like a yield).
Ontology Stop Sign [part-of] Regulatory Signs
Connections
- Regulatory Signs — part_of_topic, source: 2026-06-28
- Road Signs Signals and Markings — part_of_topic, source: 2026-06-28
- South African Road Traffic Signs Manual — derived_from_source, source: 2026-06-28