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You have parked at the curb on a busy street, and bicyclists often ride past on your side. How should you open the driver's door?
A blue car is parked at the right curb beside a bicycle lane. The driver door is closed and no reaching hand is shown.
Correct answer: Check the mirrors, then open the door with your right hand
Why
This method is called the Dutch Reach. The law says that you may not open a door on the traffic side until it is safe, and you may not leave it open longer than needed. Passengers who get out on the traffic side must check too.
Verified against Washington Driver Guide · General parking rules · p. 104, 144
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