Like the blue car in the picture, you plan to turn at an intersection. When should you switch on your turn signal?

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Why

Turning on your signal 3 to 4 seconds ahead of the intersection warns the people around you early enough for them to react. Signal before every turn, even if no one seems to be behind you; waiting until you are two car lengths away is too late.

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Topic: Turns and signals   License: Car permit

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• Turns, Turn Signals and Hand Signals

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