When merging onto an interstate highway, drivers should:
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Turn on their emergency flashers right before merging.
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Always stop before entering the highway.
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Select a safe gap and merge into the lane of traffic.
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All of the above.
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Explanation
When merging onto an interstate highway, drivers must select a safe gap in traffic and merge into the lane cautiously. Drivers entering the interstate must yield to traffic already on the highway and merge safely. Matching the speed of the vehicle to the traffic in the right lane, signaling before merging, and checking traffic around ensure a safe and efficient merge.
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