Yield (Give Way) Sign
Reduce speed and give way to all traffic on the road you are entering. Stop if necessary. Only proceed when completely safe.
What Kind of Sign Is This?
Regulatory signs carry the force of law — ignoring one is an offence. They are the largest group in the K53 test and the one candidates most often lose marks on.
- NATIS code
- R2
- Category
- Regulatory
- Group
- Control
K53 Questions on Regulatory Signs
Straight from the question bank, with the answer and the reason it is correct.
A triangular sign with a red border and a white background pointing upwards — what does it mean?▼
The YIELD (Give Way) sign is an inverted triangle with a red border. You must give way to all traffic on the road you are entering.
What shape and colour is a YIELD (Give Way) sign in South Africa?▼
The YIELD (Give Way) sign is an inverted triangle (pointing downward) with a red border and white background. Its unique inverted orientation makes it instantly recognisable.
What does this sign mean — an octagonal red sign with the word "STOP"?▼
The STOP sign (octagonal, red) requires a complete stop at the stop line. You must stop regardless of whether traffic is present, check for safety, then proceed.
What does a round red sign with a white horizontal bar in the centre mean?▼
The NO ENTRY sign (round, red, white horizontal bar) means entry to this road is prohibited. You must not drive past this sign.