Opening the car door next to a cycle lane: how?

Question 5 of 45 in the free class B mock exam · Driver & other road users.

Question 5 of 45 · Driver & other road users

Parked alongside a cycle lane

You have parked along a street with a cycle lane and are about to open the car door to get out. What is the correct procedure?

ASwitch on the hazard lights, so cyclists know the door will open

BOpen the door ajar first, so cyclists see it and have time to swerve

CCheck the mirror and over your shoulder, and open the door carefully

DOpen the door, since cyclists must give way to car doors

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Right answer: C. Check the mirror and over your shoulder, and open the door carefully

Drivers and passengers are obliged to make sure it is safe before opening a car door, so that passing cyclists are not put in danger.

Source: Vegtrafikkloven § 3 (aktsomhet ved åpning av dør)