Backing up is always dangerous. When you are backing out of a parking space, you should:

Do not depend only on your mirrors.
The other answers are all correct.
Turn and look over your right and left shoulders before you begin backing.
Check behind your vehicle before you get in it.
Explanation

When backing up, you must be extra careful of your surroundings. Check behind your vehicle for children, animals or small objects before you get in it. Do not depend on your rearview or side mirrors to see things around you. Once you start backing, turn and look directly through the rear window. Whenever possible, and use a person outside the vehicle to help you back.

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