What should you do before you start a turn like the one shown?

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Why

Signaling before every turn lets nearby drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians know where you are headed so they can react. As you approach a turn you should slow down, not speed up, and you steer only when you actually begin turning.

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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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