Prince Edward Island Knowledge Test — Instruction Permit Practice Question
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Road Signs
On a PEI road you reach a red eight-sided sign. You must:
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Correct Answer: B. Come to a complete stop before the line, crosswalk, or intersection
The octagon shape is recognizable by outline alone — in fog, snow, or darkness you must stop even if you cannot read the lettering.
Why the other answers are wrong
- A.Slow down only if you see cross trafficA rolling stop is illegal in PEI; STOP means a full halt regardless of visible cross traffic.
- C.Merge with traffic on the crossing roadSTOP requires you to stop first, then proceed only when safe — never merge without stopping.
- D.Yield only to pedestriansSTOP obligates you to stop for all traffic and pedestrians, not pedestrians alone.