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Freeways and passingQuestion 96 of 229

How early should you signal before you exit a highway?

  1. One second, about 50 feet
  2. Two seconds, about 100 feet
  3. Ten seconds, about 1,000 feet
  4. Five seconds, about 400 feet
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Correct answer: Five seconds, about 400 feet

Signal when you are in the proper lane. Make sure your speed is safe for the exit.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 6. Navigating the Roads: Exiting, page 23

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026