Practice question
A New York driving student asks about what to do if their accelerator pedal becomes stuck. What should the instructor teach?
- Turn off the engine while moving and coast to a stop with the vehicle in gear
- Shift to neutral, apply steady brake pressure, steer to safety, and turn off the engine only after the vehicle is safely stopped
- Pump the brake pedal rapidly before shifting to neutral or selecting a safe escape path
- Open the door and drag a foot on the pavement to slow the moving vehicle
Answer: B — Shift to neutral, apply steady brake pressure, steer to safety, and turn off the engine only after the vehicle is safely stopped
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