When driving on a highway entrance ramp, you should:
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Accelerate to the speed limit before you enter the highway.
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Merge into the highway as soon as possible.
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Slow down to look for a gap in traffic.
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Check for an opening in traffic by looking over your shoulder and in your side mirror.
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Explanation
When entering a highway, check for an opening in traffic by looking over your shoulder and using your side mirror. Use your turn signal to indicate your intention and accelerate to match the speed of highway traffic. Merge into traffic only when it is safe to do so. Slowing down or merging too quickly can disrupt the flow of traffic and create hazards.
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