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Adverse Conditions & Emergencies

On an icy or very slick surface, your steering and braking should be:

  • A.Quick and firm, to break through the ice
  • B.Gentle and gradual, with much more following distance
  • C.The same as on dry pavement
  • D.Limited to the parking brake
Correct answer

B. Gentle and gradual, with much more following distance

Why

Sudden inputs break traction on slick surfaces. Slow down well in advance and make every movement smooth.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Driving in Bad Weather · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-174).

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