What should you do if a yield sign is present and you cannot clearly see traffic?

When you encounter a yield sign and have limited visibility of oncoming traffic, stopping and assessing the situation is the safest and most responsible action. Yield signs indicate that you must give the right-of-way to traffic on the road you are entering. If your view is obstructed, it becomes crucial to stop and look carefully to ensure that it is safe to proceed. This allows you to accurately judge the speed and distance of approaching vehicles, reducing the risk of a collision.

Proceeding with caution, while it might seem reasonable, does not provide the thorough assessment needed when visibility is compromised. Speeding up to cross before others would be extremely dangerous, as it increases the risk of an accident with traffic you can't see. Ignoring the yield sign would not only violate traffic laws but would also significantly compromise safety for you and other road users. Stopping and evaluating your options ensures that you make a well-informed decision based on the current traffic conditions.