Whilst looking at Shannon and Weaver's communication model and relating it to this specific piece of design, I think from when it originated from the information source, to when it is received, little of the information is lost. This sign is beaming with clarity, a bright colour to attract the receiver, with one word that communicates little more than what it states. There is no room for debate when it comes to understanding this piece of design. The word 'stop' cannot be interpreted in much else, therefore the message that is received is likely to be the same message that was given out. There is also a lack of detail, which helps disable any forms of noise that could interfere with the communication process. When there is detail there is room for interrogation into the design, which can then cause misunderstanding which ultimately becomes a noise source. The typeface is simple, to make sure it isn't misunderstood as spelling something else (which would be a noise source), and the colour red easily communicates as an alert and not much else.
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