You are turning at an intersection, and you cannot see any other vehicles around. Do you still have to signal?

You are turning at an intersection, and you cannot see any other vehicles around. Do you still have to signal?

• A. No, turn signals are optional in Washington State.
• B. Yes, you must signal for at least 50 feet before you turn.
• C. Yes, you must signal for at least 100 feet before you turn.
• D. No, you are only required to signal when other vehicles are present.

Answer: (C)

You must signal to communicate your intended movement to anyone who may be around, even if you can’t see other vehicles. In Washington, you’re required to signal for at least 100 feet before you turn or change lanes. This helps drivers and pedestrians in hidden spots, around corners, or from other directions know what you’re about to do, reducing the chance of surprises at the intersection. The other ideas aren’t correct because signaling isn’t optional, and you don’t get to skip it just because the area looks empty. Also, the rule isn’t 50 feet; it’s 100 feet to give approaching traffic enough time to react.

You must signal to communicate your intended movement to anyone who may be around, even if you can’t see other vehicles. In Washington, you’re required to signal for at least 100 feet before you turn or change lanes. This helps drivers and pedestrians in hidden spots, around corners, or from other directions know what you’re about to do, reducing the chance of surprises at the intersection. The other ideas aren’t correct because signaling isn’t optional, and you don’t get to skip it just because the area looks empty. Also, the rule isn’t 50 feet; it’s 100 feet to give approaching traffic enough time to react.