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Passing target: 8 correct signs and 24 correct rules (TLA practice targets)
Observation, Speed & SpaceStandalone practice
Before moving into an adjacent lane, what should you do after checking the mirrors?
Blue car A faces east in the right lane. Silver car B occupies the neighboring left lane beside A’s rear quarter. Both cars face the same direction.
Correct answer: Make a quick head check of the blind spot.
Why
Proper mirror adjustment reduces blind areas, but a quick shoulder check confirms whether a vehicle is beside you.
Verified against What Every Driver Must Know · Checks before changing lanes · p. 48, 70
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