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Signals and pavement markingsQuestion 84 of 296

When must you use signal lamps and not hand signals?

  1. When you drive faster than 50 km/h
  2. When it is more than 5 m from your vehicle to the curb
  3. When you drive at night in a town
  4. When the design or load of your vehicle hides hand signals from the front or rear
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Correct answer: When the design or load of your vehicle hides hand signals from the front or rear

Hand signals must be seen by drivers in front and behind. If your vehicle or load hides them, or it is unsafe to use one, use lamps.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 31, Signalling turns, stops and driving manoeuvres affecting other users, page 19

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026