To avoid merging traffic from the right, drivers traveling on multi-lane highways should:
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Maintain your speed and position.
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Slow down.
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Change lanes to the left when traffic permits.
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None of the above.
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Explanation
When traveling on multi-lane highways, you should move out of the right-hand lane to allow vehicles to enter from the on-ramps. By changing lanes to the left when traffic permits, you create a smoother pathway for vehicles entering from on-ramps.
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