California Class C Permit Practice Test
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A tire suddenly blows out at speed. What should the driver do?
A blue car centered in its highway lane has a genuinely deflated rear tire, with collapsed rubber and a lower attached rim. An enlarged crop shows that same actual tire. A paved shoulder lies beyond the edge line.
Correct answer: Hold the wheel firmly and ease off the accelerator slowly.
Why
Hold the steering wheel firmly with both hands and avoid sudden braking or abruptly lifting off the accelerator. Maintain speed if possible and safe, then gradually ease off the accelerator, stabilize the vehicle, slow down, and pull to a safe place.
Verified against California Driver's Handbook · Tire blowouts · p. 74
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