Practice question

The driver should drive with both hands on the steering wheel approximately in the:

  1. 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions
  2. 11 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions
  3. 7 o'clock and 5 o'clock positions
  4. 18 to 24 inches

Answer: A — 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions

The correct answer is A, the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions. This is because it provides the most balance and control for the driver while driving. Option B (11 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions) is incorrect because it puts the driver's hands too close together, making it difficult to make precise turns. Option C (7 o'clock and 5 o'clock positions) is also incorrect because it creates an unbalanced grip and increases the risk of injury to the driver's hands in case of an accident. Option D (18 to 24 inches) is incorrect because it specifies a distance, rather than positions on the steering wheel. Therefore, A is the most correct answer.

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