Applies in all 50 states Parking, Stopping & Standing

What should you do before getting out of a parked vehicle on the traffic side?

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against US DMV standard (applies in all states)
A

open the door quickly and step out

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B

assume other road users will avoid you

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C

check for approaching traffic, bicycles, and pedestrians

Correct answer

Detailed Explanation

Opening a door into traffic can injure bicyclists, pedestrians, or other road users.

Source: US DMV standard (applies in all states)

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