When starting a car that has an automatic transmission, the gear selector lever must be in

Answer: C — P-Park or N-Neutral

When starting a car with an automatic transmission, it is important to have the gear selector in either Park (P) or Neutral (N). Having it in Reverse (R) or any other gear may cause the car to move unexpectedly, causing damage to both the car and its surroundings. It is also essential to have the brake engaged to prevent the car from rolling forward or backward. The other options, Park only and Reverse only, are incorrect because they do not allow for the choice of Neutral which is also a suitable option for starting a car. Choosing any gear as long as the brake is engaged is unsafe as the car could easily move if the brake is not applied with enough pressure.