Before pulling out from a right-side parallel parking space, you must

• A. signal right and accelerate quickly
• B. ignore traffic and pull out
• C. check for approaching traffic and give a left-turn signal, unless you are parked on the left side of a one-way street.
• D. keep both hands off the wheel

Answer: (C)

When you’re pulling out from a right-side parallel parking space, the first priority is to ensure it’s safe by scanning for traffic in both directions and for pedestrians. Then, signal your intention before moving into the traffic lane. Using a left-turn signal communicates that you plan to merge into traffic on the left, helping drivers behind you anticipate your maneuver and adjust accordingly. There’s a practical exception: if you’re parked on the left side of a one-way street, the signaling situation changes with the traffic flow there. The core idea is to communicate your intended move before you enter traffic, so you don’t surprise other drivers. Signs of unsafe practice—pulling out without signaling, ignoring traffic, or keeping both hands off the wheel—are what you want to avoid.