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You park your car, which has an automatic transmission, on a level street and walk into a store. What should you do before you leave the car?
Correct answer: Shift to park, set the parking brake, and take the key with you
Why
A car left without a set brake can roll into traffic or people, and a car with the key inside is easy to take. South Dakota law requires the brake to be set on an unattended vehicle, and on a grade the front wheels must also be turned to the curb or side of the road. Locking the doors when you leave is also a good habit.
Verified against South Dakota Driver License Manual · No-parking zones · p. 43
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