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Massachusetts Class D Learner's Permit Exam
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A tire blows out while the vehicle is moving. What should you do first?
A blue car centered in its highway lane has a 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: Grip the wheel firmly and ease off the accelerator
Why
Stable steering and a gradual speed reduction prevent abrupt weight transfer before the vehicle can be moved safely off the road.
Verified against Massachusetts Driver’s Manual · Tire blowout · p. 132
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