Stop line

Stop line: what it means

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What it means

A stop line shows where you must bring your vehicle to a standstill (a complete stop).

What you must do

Bring your vehicle to a standstill at the line.

Where you see it

On any road, especially at intersections and pedestrian crossings.

Remember

A stop line with no stop sign still means stop.

If there is no stop sign, the stop line has the same meaning as a stop sign.

Test yourself

Question 1
Which road marking indicates where a driver must bring the vehicle to a standstill?
A
B
C
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Answer: Picture B
The stop line, a solid white line across your lane, shows where you must stop.
Question 2
Which road marking is found on any road, especially at intersections and pedestrian crossings?
A
B
C
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Answer: Picture C
A stop line can be on any road, and you see it most at intersections and pedestrian crossings.
Question 3
You approach an intersection where a stop line is marked across your lane, but no stop sign is displayed. What does the law require of you?
- A Proceed without stopping, as no stop sign is displayed
- B Slow down and stop only if traffic is approaching
- C Stop, as the line has the same meaning as a stop sign
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Answer: C: Stop, as the line has the same meaning as a stop sign
With no stop sign, the stop line alone means the same as a stop sign, so you must stop.

Part of the chapter Regulatory road markings: lines you must obey

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