Vehicle Control Flashcards
Even if you know your vehicle can maneuver a sharp curve at the legal speed limit, you should still slow down because:
There may be a stalled vehicle or collision ahead that you can’t see
If the rear end of your cars starts skidding to the left, you should:
Steer to the left
If the road is wet from heavy rain, you should:
Increase the distance between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead
If you are unable to see the road ahead while driving because of heavy fog and your wipers do no help, you should:
Pull off the road completely until visibility improves
If your vehicle starts to lose traction because of water on the land (hydroplane), you should:
Slow down gradually and not apply the brakes
What is the best way to get back on the highway if your right wheels run onto a soft shoulder?
Ease your foot off the gas, and brake gently
What should you do if your tired lose traction with the road during rain?
Ease your foot off of the gas pedal
When driving down a steep hill, which gear should you use?
Low
When the road is slippery, you should:
Drive carefully, and avoid making fast turns and sudden stops
Which gear should you use if you want to back up?
Reverse
Why is continuous hard braking on ice and snow dangerous?
- It might lock up the front wheels
- It might cause loss of steering control
