When being polite, what should you do with your arms when seated with a table in front?

Question

Hands on table?

Arms on table?

Hands on knees?

Hands on lap?

Hands between knees?

Arms crossed?

Or another?

Answer 1

Rest your arms in your lap when you aren't eating. If you gesture with your hands during a meal conversation, you may rest only your forearms on the table. Keep the arms still when in your lap, and avoid the urge to fidget.

Answer 2

* HANDS ON LAP PLEASE*

Answer 3

hands on lap