Which of the following actions should you take in order to change lanes safely?

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Safe lane changes rely on confirming the lane you want to enter is clear and clearly communicating your intention to others. Start by checking both your mirrors to gauge traffic behind and beside you, then quickly look over your shoulder into the blind spot of the lane you plan to enter. This blind-spot check is essential because mirrors don’t show every vehicle. Next, activate your turn signal to warn others of your move. While the signal is on, re-check the mirrors and the blind spot to ensure nothing has moved into your path. If it’s clear, smoothly move into the new lane and complete the maneuver. This approach is safer than others because rushing to pass, signaling after you’ve merged, or relying only on the side mirror can hide cars in your blind spots and leave you with less time to react.