The hand and arm bent at 90 degrees and pointing downward indicate the driver's intention to

The hand and arm bent at 90 degrees and pointing downward indicate the driver's intention to

• A. Slow down or stop, when car signal lights fail
• B. Turn left
• C. Accelerate
• D. Change lanes

Answer: (A)

The downward, elbow-bent gesture communicates that you intend to slow down or stop. This hand signal is specifically used to warn others when your turn signals aren’t working, so drivers behind you understand you’re reducing speed or stopping. The straight-out gesture signals a left turn, while other common signals indicate different actions like turning right or changing lanes, so the downward signal is the one that best matches slowing down or stopping.

The downward, elbow-bent gesture communicates that you intend to slow down or stop. This hand signal is specifically used to warn others when your turn signals aren’t working, so drivers behind you understand you’re reducing speed or stopping. The straight-out gesture signals a left turn, while other common signals indicate different actions like turning right or changing lanes, so the downward signal is the one that best matches slowing down or stopping.