Car permit · Freeway driving
You are joining a highway from a ramp whose entrance lane is very short. How can you merge into traffic most safely?
Correct answer: Wait until a wide gap opens, then accelerate briskly.
Answer options
- AWait until a wide gap opens, then accelerate briskly Correct
- BRely on the ramp to bring you up to cruising speed
- CBuild up to cruising speed in the highway's left lane
Why
A short entrance lane does not leave enough distance to match highway speed gradually, so hold back for a generous gap and then accelerate firmly to blend in. Crossing over to the left lane to gain speed would put you in the path of faster traffic.
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Topic: Freeway driving License: Car permit
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