MASS Standard Hand Signals 2

Question 1

To signal a left turn using hand signals, how should you position your arm?

Accepted Answer

Arm extended straight out to the left

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Arm bent upward at the elbow

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Arm bent downward at the elbow

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Arm pointing straight down

Question 2

How is a right turn indicated with a hand signal?

Accepted Answer

Arm bent at the elbow pointing upward

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Arm straight out to the side

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Arm pointing straight down

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Arm waving back and forth

Question 3

What hand signal indicates that a driver intends to stop or slow down?

Accepted Answer

Arm bent downward at the elbow

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Arm straight out

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Arm bent upward

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Arm raised overhead

Question 4

Why are hand signals still important to know even though most vehicles have turn signals?

Accepted Answer

They serve as a backup when lights fail or are not visible

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They are required at all times

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They are faster than electric signals

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They replace brake lights

Question 5

When riding a bicycle, which hand is typically used for standard hand signals?

Accepted Answer

The left hand

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The right hand only

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Either hand interchangeably

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Both hands at once

Question 6

How far in advance should you give a hand signal before turning?

Accepted Answer

About 100 feet before the turn

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Right as you turn

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Only after you begin the turn

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Two car lengths after the turn

Question 7

What does an extended left arm bent upward at the elbow most commonly mean?

Accepted Answer

Right turn

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Stop

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Left turn

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Hazard ahead