What should a rider do when entering a highway?

Using the acceleration lane to match the speed of traffic is the most effective and safe strategy for entering a highway. The acceleration lane is specifically designed to allow vehicles to increase their speed to match that of the vehicles already on the highway. This process helps ensure a smoother merging process and reduces the risk of accidents by allowing the rider to merge into traffic at appropriate speeds. By accelerating in this designated lane, riders can gain momentum necessary to safely enter the fast-moving traffic on the highway. It allows them to become predictable to other drivers, leading to fewer disruptions on the highway.

The other options are less effective and can pose dangers. For instance, stopping and waiting for a gap can create unexpected hazards, as vehicles behind may not anticipate a motorcycle coming to a stop in the acceleration lane. Yielding to all vehicles, while generally a good practice, is not necessary when the rider is using the acceleration lane to merge. The aim should be to smoothly integrate into traffic without coming to a complete stop. Merging immediately without looking is dangerous, as it disregards crucial checks for blind spots and surrounding traffic, which could lead to collisions. Therefore, entering the highway appropriately using the acceleration lane is essential for safety and proper merging technique.