How should you approach a regulatory sign?

Approaching a regulatory sign requires strict adherence to its instructions because these signs are put in place to maintain safety and order on the road. Regulatory signs, such as stop signs, yield signs, and speed limit signs, indicate laws that drivers must follow to ensure their own safety and that of others. Ignoring these signs or behaving as if they are optional can lead to accidents, traffic violations, and penalties.

In contrast, speeding up to pass quickly can result in unsafe driving conditions and may lead to losing control of the vehicle. Ignoring the sign due to a clear road disregards the legal requirements and can create dangerous situations as conditions may change rapidly. Obeying regulatory signs only when law enforcement is present undermines the authority and necessity of these signs, which are designed to be followed regardless of an officer's presence.