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If a tire blows out, you should:
- A.Turn sharply to the shoulder
- B.Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator and slow gradually
- C.Brake hard immediately
- D.Accelerate until the tire reseats
Correct answer
B. Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator and slow gradually
Why
With a blowout, grip the wheel firmly and slow down gradually while easing off the gas. Braking hard or jerking the wheel can cause a loss of control.
Manual topic: Pennsylvania Driver's Manual (PUB 95) - Chapter 3: Learning to Drive · From the Pennsylvania Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (PAC-174).