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Prince Edward Island Knowledge Test — Instruction Permit Practice Question

Knowledge test administered by Highway Safety Division for the Instruction Permit licence. 40 questions, 80% to pass.

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Emergency Situations

If a hazard suddenly appears and you must brake hard in PEI, you should:

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Correct Answer: B. Look where you want to go while braking firmly

Eyes lead steering; looking at an escape path helps avoid the hazard.

Why the other answers are wrong

A.Stare at the hazardStaring at hazards (target fixation) leads vehicles into them.
C.Close your eyes and brakeClosed eyes lose situational awareness.
D.Steer toward the hazardSteering toward hazards is the collision path.