You have a tire blowout at freeway speed. You should:

• A.Brake as hard as possible right away
• B.Turn sharply to the shoulder
• C.Grip the wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and slow down gradually before pulling over
• D.Accelerate to keep the car stable

Why

A sudden hard brake or sharp turn after a blowout can cause a loss of control. Hold the wheel steady, slow gently, then move off the road.

Manual topic: California Driver Handbook - Vehicle Emergencies · From the California Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (CAC-171).

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