» When driving on a freeway entrance ramp, you should look for a gap in freeway traffic by:

When driving on a freeway entrance ramp, you should look for a gap in freeway traffic by:

Looking in the sideview mirror only.
Looking in the inside rearview mirror only.
Looking in your mirrors and turning your head to look over your shoulder.
Looking in both rearview and sideview mirrors.
Explanation

When merging onto a freeway from an entrance ramp, use both your mirrors and physically turn your head to look over your shoulder. This method ensures a thorough evaluation of the traffic conditions in your immediate surroundings. The mirrors provide insight into vehicles approaching from behind, while turning your head allows for a broader view, including potential blind spots.

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