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Before opening your door after parking beside traffic, you should:
- A.Open the door quickly to warn traffic
- B.Open the door halfway and wait in the opening
- C.Check mirrors and look for approaching vehicles and bicyclists
- D.Rely on drivers to move over for you
Correct answer
C. Check mirrors and look for approaching vehicles and bicyclists
Why
Checking for traffic and bicyclists before opening a door prevents a collision. Never open a door into the path of another road user.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Parking · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-150).