Which signal is described as 'Make the signal for a halt and make a fist with the hand'?

Which signal is described as 'Make the signal for a halt and make a fist with the hand'?

• A. Halt hand signal
• B. Dismount, Down, Take Cover
• C. Mount
• D. Freeze hand signal

Answer: (D)

In signals, a command that combines stopping movement with a clenched fist communicates an immediate stop and hold. The description—signal for a halt plus making a fist—best matches the Freeze hand signal. The Freeze cue tells everyone to stop moving and hold their position, often with the fist reinforcing that no further action should be taken until told otherwise. This is distinct from a plain halt, which simply stops movement, or from signals that indicate dismounting, taking cover, or mounting, which imply different actions and postures. The fist detail is the key indicator that the signal is intended to Freeze—stop now and stay put.

In signals, a command that combines stopping movement with a clenched fist communicates an immediate stop and hold. The description—signal for a halt plus making a fist—best matches the Freeze hand signal. The Freeze cue tells everyone to stop moving and hold their position, often with the fist reinforcing that no further action should be taken until told otherwise. This is distinct from a plain halt, which simply stops movement, or from signals that indicate dismounting, taking cover, or mounting, which imply different actions and postures. The fist detail is the key indicator that the signal is intended to Freeze—stop now and stay put.