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What is the safest way to take a curve in a heavy truck?
- A.Slow down before the curve, then maintain a safe speed through it
- B.Brake firmly in the middle of the curve
- C.Accelerate gently as the curve begins
- D.Stay in the highest gear so the truck rolls freely
Correct answer
A. Slow down before the curve, then maintain a safe speed through it
Why
Braking or moving too fast in a curve can break traction or roll the vehicle, so speed must be set before you enter. Choose a speed you can hold all the way through without hard braking.
Manual topic: Safe Driving - Speed Management · From the General Knowledge practice bank (GK-029).