Car permit · Passing and lanes
When should you turn on your signal if you intend to pass the vehicle ahead?
Correct answer: Early enough to warn others of your plan.
Answer options
- ARight before you start moving over
- BOnce you are already in the passing lane
- CEarly enough to warn others of your plan Correct
Why
Signaling well ahead of time gives other drivers a chance to notice your lane change and react to it. A signal given at the last second, or after you have already moved over, warns no one.
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Topic: Passing and lanes License: Car permit
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