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British Columbia ICBC Knowledge Test — Class 7L Practice Question

Knowledge test administered by ICBC for the Class 7L licence. 50 questions, 80% to pass, 45-minute timer.

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Emergency Situations

Your vehicle begins to hydroplane on a wet road. You should:

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Correct Answer: B. Ease off the gas and hold the steering wheel straight

Hydroplaning tires have no grip. Ease off the gas and keep steering straight so the tires slow naturally and make contact with the pavement again. Hard braking, acceleration, or sharp steering all cause skids during hydroplane.

Why the other answers are wrong

  • A.Brake hardHard braking causes a skid.
  • C.Accelerate to push throughAccelerating worsens hydroplane.
  • D.Turn the wheel sharplySharp steering throws the vehicle when tires have no grip.