Massachusetts Class D Learner's Permit Exam
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Posted controls have lawfully opened the breakdown lane to travel. You must cross that lane to use an upcoming exit. What extra check is essential?
Blue A travels east in the ordinary right travel lane. Silver B is at A’s right rear in the breakdown lane, which posted controls have lawfully opened to traffic. The exit is ahead on the right and requires crossing the opened lane. All depicted traffic travels east.
Correct answer: Look for traffic on your right, including the right-side blind spot.
Why
When a breakdown lane is legally open to travel, check right-side traffic and your right blind spot before exiting across it. Signal and wait for a safe opportunity without cutting anyone off. The posted opening is a specific arrangement, not general permission to drive on any shoulder.
Verified against Massachusetts Driver’s Manual · An exit beside an open breakdown lane · p. 104
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