What is the shape of yield signs?

• A. Upside Down Triangle
• B. Rectangle
• C. Circle
• D. Diamond

Answer: (A)

Recognizing sign shapes helps you know what action to take at a glance. The yield sign uses an inverted triangle—points downward—so you immediately understand you should slow down and give the right of way to other traffic. That downward-pointing triangle is a quick, universal cue to yield, even if you can’t read the text yet. Other shapes serve different messages: rectangular signs carry rules or directions you must follow, circular signs often indicate a mandatory action or specific control, and diamond signs warn you about hazards ahead. So the upside-down triangle uniquely communicates “yield,” making it the best fit for this instruction.