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When should I check my blind spot during a driving test?

I’m getting ready to take my road test to get my driver’s license, and I’m just wondering when the examiner will expect me to check my blind spot. When should I check my blind spot during a driving test?

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Sarah Gray · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Congratulations on getting ready to take your driving test!
Your examiner is going to be looking for a lot of things, and one of them is that you check your blind spots during a driving test anytime you’re changing lanes or merging. While these are the times when you need to actively check your blind spots, you should always keep your head on a proverbial swivel so you know what’s around you at all times.
Luckily, even a quick glance over your shoulder every few minutes will accomplish this!
Even though lots of new cars come equipped with blind spot monitoring systems, you still need to check your blind spots before changing lanes or merging. While you’re at it, let
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