Before turning left, it is important to:
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Sound your horn to warn the other drivers.
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Swing to the right side of your lane.
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Yield to oncoming vehicles.
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Flash your headlights to alert the other drivers.
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Explanation
If you are turning left at an intersection, oncoming traffic has the right-of-way. Before turning left at an intersection, you must yield to oncoming vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians, and wait until there is a safe gap in traffic before making the turn. Failing to yield to oncoming traffic can result in a collision or other traffic incidents.
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