Practice question

What is the correct procedure for a New York instructor to follow when a student encounters black ice?

Brake hard immediately to stop as quickly as possible on the icy surface
Avoid sudden inputs, ease off the accelerator gently, and if sliding, steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go
Accelerate sharply to push through the icy patch before the vehicle can slide
Turn the wheel sharply opposite the slide while continuing to brake hard

Answer: B — Avoid sudden inputs, ease off the accelerator gently, and if sliding, steer in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go

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