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Virginia Passenger Knowledge Exam Practice
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You parallel park on the right side of a city street. A bike lane runs next to your door. In your side mirror, you see a bicyclist who comes toward your car in that lane. What should you do?
Blue A is parked at the right curb with its door closed. B approaches from behind in the marked bike lane next to the driver door.
Correct answer: Wait until the bicyclist passes, then check again before you open it
Why
Virginia law prohibits a driver from opening a door on the side next to moving traffic unless it is reasonably safe. A door that opens into the path of a bicyclist can throw the rider into the street. Check for cars, bicyclists and pedestrians each time before you open the door.
Verified against Virginia Driver's Manual · Parking · p. 24, 22
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