What is understeer in vehicle dynamics, and how should it be corrected?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. Front wheels lose grip and plow straight; ease off throttle and reduce steering angle
- Step 1: Understeer definition and correction. Step 2. Understeer occurs when front tires lose grip and car pushes wide; gentle easing off accelerator shifts weight forward to restore front tire grip. Answer: Front wheels lose grip and plow straight; ease off throttle and reduce steering angle. Why not the others: Oversteer is rear slide; two-wheel roll is rollover; shifting into reverse destroys transmission.
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