How do I know if a valve is open or closed?

When the handle of a ball valve is parallel to the valve or tube, it opens. When it is perpendicular, it closes. This allows you to easily know if a ball valve opens or closes, just looking. The ball valve below is in an open position.

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How do I know if a valve is open or closed?

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