Car permit · Freeway driving
What is the usual way to join highway traffic from an on-ramp?
Correct answer: Speed up to match the flow of traffic.
Answer options
- ASpeed up to match the flow of traffic Correct
- BEnter slowly so you can stay clear of other cars
- CGo faster than traffic so you can get in front
Why
Use the acceleration lane to reach the speed of the vehicles already on the highway, signal, find an opening, and move into it. Entering far slower or much faster than traffic makes it hard for other drivers to adjust to you.
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Topic: Freeway driving License: Car permit
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