When merging onto a freeway from an entrance ramp, you should:

• A.Stop at the end of the ramp and wait for a full stop in traffic
• B.Use the acceleration lane to match freeway speed and merge into a safe gap
• C.Merge immediately at ramp speed, whatever it is
• D.Force your way in and let others brake

Why

The acceleration lane exists so you can reach the speed of freeway traffic before merging. Signal, find a gap, and merge smoothly without stopping unless traffic forces it.

Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Freeway Driving · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-078).

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