Emergency Situations

During a front-wheel (understeer) skid, the correct response is to:

Quebec road sign — Ease off the accelerator and straighten the wheels until grip returns
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Correct Answer: B. Ease off the accelerator and straighten the wheels until grip returns

Understeer happens when the front tires lose grip and the car continues straight. Easing off the gas transfers weight forward to load the front tires, while straightening the wheels lets them spin and re-grip. Braking hard or steering more sharply makes the skid worse.

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