Arkansas Commercial Driver License (CDL) Practice Test

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How should you respond if your rear wheels lose traction?

Apply the brakes firmly
Turn the steering wheel into the skid
Increase acceleration
Take your foot off the gas

The correct answer is: Take your foot off the gas

When your rear wheels lose traction, the best response is to take your foot off the gas. This action helps reduce speed and allows the wheels to regain traction gradually. Continuing to accelerate would exacerbate the loss of traction, while applying the brakes firmly could lead to further loss of control or skidding. Turning the steering wheel into the skid can also be appropriate in certain situations as part of a recovery technique, but the immediate first step should involve reducing acceleration. This allows for a more controlled response and helps ensure that the driver can effectively manage the vehicle's recovery as they regain traction. Taking your foot off the gas is about controlling the dynamics of your vehicle, making it an essential part of safe driving under slippery conditions.