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Emergency Situations

In a rear-wheel skid, you should:

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Correct Answer: B. Ease off the gas and steer gently in the direction you want the front of the car to go

Steer where you want the front to go — which often looks like 'into the skid.' Ease off the gas rather than brake: brake lock-up worsens the skid. Acceleration pushes the rear further sideways.

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