When another vehicle is passing you:
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Pull your vehicle as far to the right as possible without leaving the pavement.
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Stay in your lane and maintain speed unless there is an emergency.
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Flash your headlights to signal them to go faster.
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Stay in your lane and reduce speed.
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Explanation
When another vehicle passes you on the left, you must not increase your speed. Instead, you should stay centered in your lane and maintain your current speed. Staying in your lane helps prevent confusion and potential collisions. By keeping a steady speed, you allow the passing vehicle to to do so safely.
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