A strong gust hits your car on an open road. What is the safe reaction?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: D. Hold the steering firmly and ease off
- Step 1: A gust pushes the car sideways. Step 2. Keep a firm grip, reduce speed gently and allow extra room when passing high vehicles. Answer: Hold the steering firmly and ease off. Why not the others: Brake hard to stop the car at once: hard braking can unsettle the car in the gust. Steer sharply the opposite way to correct it: sharp steering may swing the car across the lane. Accelerate to leave the windy section quickly: extra speed makes a gust harder to control.
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