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Stop signs mean:
• Yield to pedestrians and to any cross traffic before proceeding.
At a 4-way stop, you must let vehicles that reached the intersection before you to move first. Wait for your turn.

Signs often use symbols or pictures rather than words. Each type of sign has a special color and shape to help you easily recognize the sign at a glance. 

Regulatory Signs—Prohibitive.
Traffi c signs that prohibit certain actions or movements are red in color and increase safety by controlling the fl ow of traffic through intersections.

All regulatory devices on the road tell you to stop, proceed in a certain direction, or limit your speed.