When leaving a parallel parking space, you should

• A. move immediately and then merge
• B. yield to pedestrians only
• C. yield to all approaching traffic
• D. honk to alert others

Answer: (C)

Exiting a parallel parking space requires safely merging into traffic by giving right of way to vehicles already on the roadway. The best action is to yield to all approaching traffic because drivers in the lane have priority, and you need a safe gap before merging. Before pulling out, signal, check mirrors, and look over your shoulder to spot any vehicles or pedestrians that could be in your path. Wait for a suitable gap in traffic and then accelerate smoothly to the speed of the flow, only entering when you can do so without forcing others to slow down or brake suddenly. Honking or rushing out without regard to traffic is unsafe, and yielding only to pedestrians can leave you colliding with oncoming vehicles.