CDL · Emergencies
If you have to steer quickly to get around a hazard, what should you keep in mind about the brakes?
Correct answer: Do not brake while turning the steering wheel.
Answer options
- ABrake as hard as you can while you swerve
- BDo not brake while turning the steering wheel Correct
- CKeep light, steady pressure on the brakes throughout the turn
Why
Braking while you turn the wheel makes it easy to lock the wheels and lose control in a skid. Swerve without braking, and if you need to slow down, brake before or after the turn instead of during it.
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Topic: Emergencies License: CDL
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