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You are driving a passenger vehicle and hit a patch of black ice, causing the rear wheels to slide out to the right. What is the correct steering action to recover from this skid?

To recover from a rear-wheel skid, steer gently into the direction of the skid (the direction the rear of the vehicle is sliding) to regain control.

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Question: You are driving a passenger vehicle and hit a patch of black ice, causing the rear wheels to slide out to the right. What is the correct steering action to recover from this skid?

Answer options:

  • Steer sharply to the left. ✅ Steer into the skid, turning the steering wheel to the right.
  • Brake hard and steer straight.
  • Accelerate gently to regain traction.

Correct answer: Steer into the skid, turning the steering wheel to the right.

Explanation: To recover from a rear-wheel skid, steer gently into the direction of the skid (the direction the rear of the vehicle is sliding) to regain control.

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