Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

Signals are normally given by direction indicators and brake lights. What should drivers do before giving a signal?

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Check the mirrors

Slow down

Change gear

Look all around

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Check the mirrorsThis was the right answer

Before giving any signal, you need to use your mirrors to check what's behind and consider how other drivers may be affected by your signal. Sometimes a signal may not be necessary or you may feel it safer to give a signal earlier or later than normal.

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Rule 103Highway Code rule · Check mirrors, signal clearly when useful and cancel the signal so it cannot mislead.

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