Car permit · Passing and lanes

The picture shows what a driver's mirrors cover and where the blind spots are. Which sequence makes a lane change safe?

The picture shows what a driver's mirrors cover and where the blind spots are. Which sequence makes a lane change safe?

Correct answer: Turn on the signal, check the mirrors, then glance over your shoulder.

Answer options

  1. ATurn on the signal, check the mirrors, then glance over your shoulder Correct
  2. BTurn on the signal, glance over your shoulder, then move over at once
  3. CTurn on the signal, check the mirrors, then move over at once

Why

In the picture, the mirrors cover only the green areas, and a red blind spot remains on each side of the car. The signal warns other drivers, the mirrors show traffic behind you, and only a quick look over your shoulder reveals a vehicle hidden in a blind spot, so skipping any step is unsafe.

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Topic: Passing and lanes   License: Car permit

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