Before changing lanes, drivers should...

• A. Ignore other traffic
• B. Honk to alert others
• C. Check mirrors and blind spots
• D. Accelerate quickly

Answer: (C)

Being aware of traffic around you is essential when changing lanes. You need to confirm there’s a safe gap by checking mirrors to see vehicles behind and beside you, and by turning your head to look into the lane you’re moving into to check your blind spots. Mirrors help you monitor most of the nearby vehicles, but they can’t reveal everything, especially the area directly beside you. A quick shoulder check ensures no car is in that blind spot, so you don’t drift into another driver’s path. Signaling your intent and making the move only when the lane is clear completes safe lane changing. Ignoring traffic, honking, or accelerating into a new lane can create unsafe surprises and clutter the driver’s path with risk.