Practice question

What is the recommended driver response if your vehicle begins to aquaplane on a flooded highway?

Maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel in the straight-ahead direction, ease off the accelerator smoothly, and avoid sudden braking or aggressive steering until tires regain grip
Slam on the brakes immediately and yank the steering wheel
Accelerate aggressively to cut through the water film
Shift into reverse gear

Answer: A — Maintain a firm grip on the steering wheel in the straight-ahead direction, ease off the accelerator smoothly, and avoid sudden braking or aggressive steering until tires regain grip

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