Does this dashed line in this situation indicate a place to stop because of the "stop" sign?

Correct answer: NO

🔍 Situation analysis: You are approaching an intersection equipped with a B-20 "STOP" sign. In front of you, there is a pedestrian crossing marked on the road, preceded by a stop line made of wide, dashed white lines (P-14).

📖 Rule explanation: The dashed line visible on the road marks the stop point before the pedestrian crossing. In the case of a "STOP" sign, if a mandatory stop line (solid line P-12) has not been designated, you should stop at a point where you have a clear view of the entire crossroad to enter traffic safely. The line before the crossing serves to define the zone for pedestrians, rather than the stop point required by the "STOP" sign.

💡 Tip: Never treat the line before a pedestrian crossing as the only stop point for a "STOP" sign. If you cannot clearly see the crossroad from that position, you are obliged to "inch forward" and stop again to ensure it is safe to enter the intersection.