A 3-minute lesson from the Texas course. Read the rules and examples, follow the handbook page references, and check your understanding before you move on.
A surprise move often causes a crash. Signals tell other drivers what you're about to do so they can plan ahead. Signal every time, in plenty of time, even when you think no one is around.
Always signal when you are going to:
Change lanes
Make a turn
Pull away from a parking space parallel to the curb
You may use turn signal lights or hand-and-arm signals. For hand signals, extend your hand and arm well out of the window, and make sure your signals are easy to see and given in plenty of time.
Hand signal: left turn (arm straight out)Hand signal: right turn (arm bent up)Hand signal: stop or slow down (arm bent down)
Put it into practice
You finish a lane change on the freeway and forget to cancel your signal. A driver waiting at the next on-ramp may think you're about to exit or move over and pull out in front of you. Always switch the signal off once your move is done.
Check your understanding
Read the question, decide on an answer, then open it to check the explanation. These are Roadwise study questions based on the source handbook.
For how many feet before turning or stopping should you signal continuously?
At least 50 feet
At least 300 feet
At least 20 feet
At least 100 feet
Answer: At least 100 feet
Signal continuously for at least 100 feet before turning or stopping.
