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Which hand signal tells your buddy something is wrong?

Flat hand rocked side to side, then point to the problem.

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  1. Flat hand tilted side to side ✔
  2. OK circle
  3. Thumb up

Why: Hold your hand flat with fingers spread and rock it like a seesaw. Then point to the problem so your buddy knows what is wrong.

Huh, didn't know that: If your ears will not equalize, give the problem signal and point to your ear so your buddy waits for you.

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Answer: Flat hand tilted side to side. Hold your hand flat with fingers spread and rock it like a seesaw. Then point to the problem so your buddy knows what is wrong.

  1. SSI: Basic Hand Signals Every Diver Needs to Know www.divessi.com/blog/basic-hand-signals-every-diver-needs-to-know-8837.html
    With all fingers spread out and your hand horizontal, you rock your hand in a seesaw motion. Then point to the problem you have.
    Checked 2026-10-12.

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