Is the flag of the United States dipped by way of salute or compliment?

• A. Yes.
• B. No.
• C. Only when ordered by the commander.
• D. Only during national holidays.

Answer: (B)

The United States flag is never dipped as a sign of salute or compliment. This is a fixed rule in flag etiquette: the flag should not be dipped to any person or thing. Respect is shown by other means, such as standing at attention and saluting when in uniform, or by placing a hand over the heart during the pledge or national anthem. Because dipping would imply subservience to someone or something, it’s not used for the U.S. flag. So the correct answer is that the flag is not dipped.