What does a stop bar indicate at an intersection?

• A. The distance you must stop from the intersection.
• B. Where to stop the vehicle.
• C. The minimum following distance.
• D. The location of pedestrian crossing.

Answer: (B)

The stopping point is what the stop bar communicates. A stop bar is a solid line painted across the roadway at an intersection, and it marks the exact place where you must stop when you reach a red light, stop sign, or other control device. You bring your vehicle to a complete stop before crossing or reaching that line, with your front bumper behind it, so you have a clear view of cross traffic and pedestrians before proceeding. It’s about where to stop, not a fixed distance from the intersection that you must maintain. It isn’t about minimum following distance or the location of pedestrian crossings, which are controlled by other rules.