Car permit · Speed
A curve is coming up and you are traveling fairly fast. What should you do?
Correct answer: Check whether you can take the curve safely at your speed.
Answer options
- AWait until you are halfway through the curve to slow down
- BSlow to a speed 30 mph under the posted limit
- CCheck whether you can take the curve safely at your speed Correct
Why
Before you reach a curve, decide whether your speed will let you take it safely, and do any slowing while the car is still going straight. Braking in the middle of a curve can cause the tires to lose grip, and warning signs before curves often show a safe advisory speed.
About this question
Topic: Speed License: Car permit
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Where it applies: Asked in every state. Compare permit tests by state
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This question is part of Choosing a Safe Speed (15 questions). Take the full set and check your score.
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