When entering a freeway from an on-ramp, you should:

Question: When entering a freeway from an on-ramp, you should:

Answer options:

• Stop at the end of the ramp ✅ Accelerate to match traffic and merge smoothly
• Drive on the shoulder
• Yield in the through lane

Correct answer: Accelerate to match traffic and merge smoothly

Explanation: Under Quebec SAAQ rules, accelerating to match the speed of highway traffic in the acceleration lane is the correct way to merge safely and maintain a smooth traffic flow. Stopping at the end of the ramp, driving on the shoulder, or yielding within a through lane are highly dangerous actions that disrupt highway flow and frequently cause severe rear-end collisions. The Highway Safety Code dictates that drivers entering a freeway must yield the right-of-way to vehicles already on it, using the acceleration lane specifically to synchronize speeds before merging safely. On the SAAQ exam, remember that maintaining a predictable speed and avoiding sudden stops on entrance ramps are critical for passing highway safety questions.