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Which piece of advice about taking a curve is wrong?
Correct answer: Brake and shift to a lower gear in the middle of the curve.
Answer options
- ABrake and shift to a lower gear in the middle of the curve. Correct
- BSpeed up gradually once you are past the curve.
- CSlow down to a safe speed before you reach the curve.
Why
Braking in a curve makes it easier to lock the wheels and skid, so do all your slowing and downshifting before you enter it. Pick a gear that lets you accelerate slightly through the curve, and build speed once you are out of it.
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Topic: CDL general knowledge License: CDL
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