How should you use your turn signals?

How should you use your turn signals?

• A. Signal well in advance of the turn or lane change and cancel after completing the maneuver.
• B. Turn signals should be used only when it's convenient.
• C. Never use turn signals.
• D. Signal after starting the turn.

Answer: (A)

Turning signals are how you communicate your intended movement to other road users. Signaling well in advance of a turn or lane change gives drivers behind and beside you time to slow down, adjust position, and anticipate what you’ll do next, reducing the chance of last‑second moves or surprises. It’s important to keep the signal on through the whole maneuver and cancel it once you have completed the turn or lane change, so others aren’t left guessing what you’ll do next. In California, a common guideline is to signal at least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes, reinforcing the idea of signaling early and then turning it off when the action is done. Using signals only when it’s convenient, never signaling, or signaling after you’ve started the turn all fail to communicate your intent clearly and safely, increasing the risk of collisions.

Turning signals are how you communicate your intended movement to other road users. Signaling well in advance of a turn or lane change gives drivers behind and beside you time to slow down, adjust position, and anticipate what you’ll do next, reducing the chance of last‑second moves or surprises. It’s important to keep the signal on through the whole maneuver and cancel it once you have completed the turn or lane change, so others aren’t left guessing what you’ll do next. In California, a common guideline is to signal at least 100 feet before turning or changing lanes, reinforcing the idea of signaling early and then turning it off when the action is done.

Using signals only when it’s convenient, never signaling, or signaling after you’ve started the turn all fail to communicate your intent clearly and safely, increasing the risk of collisions.