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A sign is shaped like an octagon (eight sides) and is red with white lettering. What does it mean?
- A.Come to a complete stop
- B.Slow down and proceed if clear
- C.Yield to cross traffic only
- D.Stop only if other traffic is present
Correct answer
A. Come to a complete stop
Why
An eight-sided red sign is a stop sign. New York law requires a full stop at the stop line or crosswalk, and you must yield to pedestrians and vehicles before proceeding.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 4: Traffic Control · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-001).