When exiting a highway, how long should you signal your intention?

When exiting a highway, how long should you signal your intention?

• A. About 1 second.
• B. About 3 seconds.
• C. About 5 seconds.
• D. Signaling is not required.

Answer: (C)

Giving advance notice before exiting a highway helps other drivers anticipate your move. You should signal for about five seconds before you reach the exit ramp so following drivers have time to notice your intent, slow down if needed, and choose a safe lane. Keep the signal on as you begin the exit and through the maneuver until you’ve completed it. Short signaling isn’t enough to alert others, and not signaling at all is unsafe.

Giving advance notice before exiting a highway helps other drivers anticipate your move. You should signal for about five seconds before you reach the exit ramp so following drivers have time to notice your intent, slow down if needed, and choose a safe lane. Keep the signal on as you begin the exit and through the maneuver until you’ve completed it. Short signaling isn’t enough to alert others, and not signaling at all is unsafe.