Control sign · R2.2
Yield at traffic circle sign (R2.2)
Yield at the controlled traffic circle or mini circle.
What does the yield at traffic circle sign mean?
Yield at the controlled traffic circle or mini circle.
What should you do?
Yield to vehicles already in the circle and those reaching their yield line before you reach yours. Stop when needed.
| Sign code | R2.2 |
|---|---|
| Sign group | Control signs |
| Applies to | All learner codes (1, 2 and 3) |
| Test section | Road signs and markings |
How to recognise the yield at traffic circle sign
A yield triangle containing black arrows chasing each other in a circle.
Where you will see it
Traffic circles, particularly mini-circles where there is no large central island.
What to do when you see it, step by step
- Slow down and yield to vehicles already in the circle and to any driver who reaches the yield line before you reach yours.
- Signal in time for your exit and stop if you must.
The common mistake
This is the control at the entrance; it is not the blue clockwise command (R137) or the warning that a circle is ahead. Do not apply a blanket “give way to the right” habit without reading the line.
About control signs
Control signs tell you how to enter, cross or use part of the road, for example by stopping or giving way. They are mostly red and white. The K53 learner's test asks you to recognise signs like the yield at traffic circle sign (R2.2) and choose the correct response, so learn both the picture and the action.
How to answer a test question about this sign
- Look at the shape and colour first. They tell you the group: control signs for this one.
- Recall what the sign asks of you: yield to vehicles already in the circle and those reaching their yield line before you reach yours. Stop when needed.
- Remove the options that describe a different group of sign, then choose the response that matches the action.
Want the full explanation? Read the chapter Stop and yield signs.
Signs it is often confused with
Learners mix up signs that look or sound similar. Compare the yield at traffic circle sign with these:
Yield to oncoming traffic (R6)A red-bordered circle with two vertical arrows: one red and one black. The red arrow marks the direction that must give way; the…
Stop with left-turn yield (R1.2)A STOP sign mounted above a small yield triangle that contains a left-turn arrow.
Yield (R2)A triangle pointing downwards with a red border and a plain white centre.Test yourself: Yield at traffic circle sign questions
1 What does this sign mean?
- Yield at the controlled traffic circle or mini circle.
- Traffic travels in the direction shown by the arrow.
- A toll payment is required on this road.
Show the answer
Answer A: Yield at the controlled traffic circle or mini circle.
Yield to vehicles already in the circle and those reaching their yield line before you reach yours. Stop when needed.
Memory tip: R2.2 · Yield at traffic circle
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2 Which response fits this sign?
- Use the appropriate toll lane and obey its signals.
- Travel only in the indicated direction.
- Yield to vehicles already in the circle and those reaching their yield line before you reach yours. Stop when needed.
Show the answer
Answer C: Yield to vehicles already in the circle and those reaching their yield line before you reach yours. Stop when needed.
Yield at traffic circle: Yield at the controlled traffic circle or mini circle.
Memory tip: Yield to vehicles already in the circle and those reaching their yield line before you reach yours. Stop when needed.
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Yield at traffic circle sign: quick questions
What does the yield at traffic circle sign (R2.2) mean?
Yield at the controlled traffic circle or mini circle.
What should you do at the yield at traffic circle sign?
Slow down and yield to vehicles already in the circle and to any driver who reaches the yield line before you reach yours. Signal in time for your exit and stop if you must.
Where will you see the yield at traffic circle sign?
Traffic circles, particularly mini-circles where there is no large central island.
What is the common mistake with the yield at traffic circle sign?
This is the control at the entrance; it is not the blue clockwise command (R137) or the warning that a circle is ahead. Do not apply a blanket “give way to the right” habit without reading the line.
Sign artwork: Southern African Development Community (SADC), public domain. AceK53 is an independent study aid. Always confirm test requirements with your driving licence testing centre.