What will happen if I try starting my car with my foot on the gas pedal?

2012 RAM 1500
42,000 MILES • 5.7L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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DJRZIM1
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Trying to start my car with my foot on the gas pedal.
Jan 4, 2023 at 10:28 PM
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Nothing, the engine will start normally. It is an electronic throttle so the computer will determine the throttle angle.
Jan 5, 2023 at 3:50 AM
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