Practice question

What emergency procedure should instructors teach for a tire blowout at highway speed?

Slam the brakes immediately
Grip the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator gradually, do not brake suddenly, and steer to a safe stop
Turn the steering wheel sharply to the shoulder
Accelerate to maintain control and drive to the nearest tire shop

Answer: B — Grip the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator gradually, do not brake suddenly, and steer to a safe stop

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