Question 181 in the bank

How would you conduct yourself when approaching an intersection that is preceded by a “stop” sign?

An empty T-junction; on the right a red octagonal sign with a raised white hand, opposite a direction sign and black-and-white chevron board. Meaning: Stop and give right-of-way to any other vehicle that is entering or approaching the intersection from a different roadway.
  1. Correct answer: Stop and give right-of-way to any other vehicle that is entering or approaching the intersection from a different roadway.
  2. Give right-of-way to any other vehicle that is entering or approaching the intersection from a different roadway.
  3. You are only obliged to stop when vehicle traffic on the crossing road is approaching from your right.
  4. You are only obliged to stop when a policeman instructs you to do so.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Stop and give right-of-way to any other vehicle that is entering or approaching the intersection from a different roadway.

A "stop" sign requires you to stop before the intersection, even when it looks empty, and then give right-of-way to any vehicle entering or approaching the intersection from a different roadway. Giving right-of-way alone, without stopping, is not enough. The duty to stop applies even when no policeman is present, and it does not depend on the direction the vehicle comes from.

Topic: Traffic signs. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Motorcycle (A), Tractor (1), Private car (B).