Ontario G1 Knowledge Test — G1 Practice Question
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Emergency Situations
If a trailer you are towing starts to sway back and forth, you should:
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Correct Answer: B. Ease off the accelerator, do not brake suddenly, and steer straight
Trailer sway (fishtailing) amplifies with braking or steering — you risk a jackknife. Easing off the throttle reduces energy in the system; keeping steering straight lets the vehicle self-correct. Trailer brakes (if equipped) can be gently activated manually.
Why the other answers are wrong
- A.Brake hardHard braking worsens sway and can jackknife.
- C.Accelerate to straighten itAccelerating prolongs the sway.
- D.Turn the wheel sharplySharp steering pushes sway into a full loss of control.
