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Freeways and passingQuestion 104 of 229

Another driver enters the freeway next to you. You have the right-of-way. What should you do?

  1. Hold your speed and lane no matter what
  2. Speed up to block the vehicle
  3. Make space for the vehicle and watch for signals
  4. Brake hard to stop the driver
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Correct answer: Make space for the vehicle and watch for signals

Make space for vehicles that enter the freeway, even when you have the right-of-way.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 8. Safe Driving: Know What Is at Your Side, page 58

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026