Vehicle Control Flashcards

1
Q

Even if you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the legal speed limit, you should still slow down because:

A

There may be a stalled vehicle or collision ahead that you can’t see

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2
Q

If the rear end of your cars starts skidding to the left, you should:

A

Steer to the left

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3
Q

If the road is wet from heavy rain, you should:

A

Increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead

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4
Q

If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving because of heavy fog and your wipers do no help, you should:

A

Pull off the road completely until visibility improves

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5
Q

If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on the land (hydroplane), you should:

A

Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes

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6
Q

What is the best way to get back on the highway if your right wheels run onto a soft shoulder?

A

Ease your foot off the gas, and brake gently

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7
Q

What should you do if your tired lose traction with the road during rain?

A

Ease your foot off of the gas pedal

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8
Q

When driving down a steep hill, which gear should you use?

A

Low

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9
Q

When the road is slippery, you should:

A

Drive carefully, and avoid making fast turns and sudden stops

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10
Q

Which gear should you use if you want to back up?

A

Reverse

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11
Q

Why is continuous hard braking on ice and snow dangerous?

A
  • It might lock up the front wheels

- It might cause loss of steering control

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