Practice question

What signal must you give when you are ready to be overtaken?

  1. Extend your left arm with fingers pointed up
  2. Extend your right arm below the shoulder and move it backwards and forwards
  3. Use your hazard lights
  4. Wave your hand out of the window

Answer: B — Extend your right arm below the shoulder and move it backwards and forwards

When you are ready to be overtaken, the appropriate signal is to extend your right arm below the shoulder and move it backwards and forwards. This gesture communicates clearly to other drivers that they may proceed to overtake you safely. It establishes your intention to allow them to pass, ensuring that the maneuver occurs with awareness of your actions. This signal is significant for road safety and helps maintain smooth traffic flow. Clear communication while driving is essential, as it reduces the potential for misunderstandings or accidents. Each signaling action on the road serves a specific purpose, and this particular signal informs other drivers that it is safe for them to overtake, enhancing the driving experience for everyone involved.

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