Handling Emergencies Flashcards
What should you do if your right wheels go off the pavement while driving?
- Take your foot off the gas pedal.
- Hold the wheel firmly and steer in a straight line.
- Brake lightly.
- Wait until the road is clear. Turn back onto the lane at a slow speed, signaling your intention.
What should you do if your tires begin to skid while driving?
- Take your foot off the gas pedal.
- Do not use your brakes, if possible.
- Turn the vehicle’s front tires in the direction you want to go.
- If you are about to hit something:a) Pump the brakes if they are regular.b) ABS: Press hard on the brakes, hold it, and steer away from danger.
When emergency braking, what is the difference between conventional brakes
and anti-lock brakes (ABS)?
Drivers with ABS must keep pressing the brakes while steering. Regular brakes should be pumped.
What should you do during a tire blow-out?
- Take your food off the gas and do not use the brakes.
- Concentrate on steering.
- Slow down gradually.
- Brake softly when the car is under control.
- Pull completely off the pavement/roadway.
What must you do if you are involved in a minor accident and your vehicle is
blocking the flow of traffic?
Move the vehicle or have it moved.
If you hit a parked car and are unable to find the owner, what should you do?
Leave a note with your name, contact information, and license plate (registration) number.
What are the penalties for leaving the scene of an accident involving injury or
death?
A) Injury: Third-degree felony
B) Serious injury: Second-degree felony
C) Death: First-degree felony, minimum four-year prison term.
All of the above include losing your driver’s license for a minimum of three years.
