If a wheel becomes separated from a vehicle, it will:

Answer: C — Travel faster than the vehicle

When a wheel becomes separated from a vehicle, it will continue to move, likely faster than the vehicle, as there is no longer any resistance from the wheels or brakes. Option A is incorrect because the wheel will not stop immediately. Option B is incorrect because the wheel will not slow down, but will actually move faster. Option D is incorrect because the wheel will move, just not in the direction the vehicle is heading.