When entering traffic after being parked at a curb, you should:
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Wait until the roadway is clear before pulling into traffic
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Set the parking brake.
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Put the gear shif in Park.
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Turn your wheels to the curb.
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Explanation
Before pulling away from a curb or parallel parked position, always signal, check your mirrors and blind spots, and look for approaching vehicles, cyclists, or pedestrians. Yield the right-of-way and wait until the roadway is clear before merging into traffic. The driver leaving the parking space is responsible for avoiding a collision. Enter the roadway slowly and smoothly, staying in your lane and making sure not to block traffic while waiting to merge.
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