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A tire blows out while you are driving. What should you do?
- A.Brake hard immediately
- B.Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and slow down gradually before pulling off safely
- C.Turn sharply to the shoulder at once
- D.Accelerate to keep the vehicle stable
Correct answer
B. Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and slow down gradually before pulling off safely
Why
With a blowout, grip the wheel firmly, ease off the gas, and slow gradually before pulling off the road safely. Hard braking or a sharp turn can cause a loss of control.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 10: Special Driving Conditions · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-175).