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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 skid. You should:

British Columbia road sign — Ease off the gas and steer gently in the direction you want to go
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Correct Answer: B. Ease off the gas and steer gently in the direction you want to go

Hard braking during a skid locks the wheels and extends the skid. Easing off the gas and steering where you want to go lets the tires regain traction and the vehicle follow your steering.

Why the other answers are wrong

  • A.Slam the brakesSlamming brakes worsens the skid.
  • C.Accelerate to straightenAccelerating prolongs it.
  • D.Turn the wheel sharply away from the skidJerking the wheel throws the vehicle sideways.