Same, but then again we were taught to be very cautious while exiting the car. I think you can even flunk your entire exam if you get out of the car without looking / being cautious. Plus this comes more natural to us as most of us are also cyclists.
It really doesn't matter where your hand is if the intend is to be cautious to begin with.
Oh definitely. You need to constantly be checking all your mirrors. If you get out without checking your door/rearview mirror i would expect them to fail you on the spot.
It really doesn't matter where your hand is if the intend is to be cautious to begin with.