Road Signs
You see a warning sign indicating the tarred surface ends ahead. What should you do?
South African learner's licence practice question. Difficulty: medium.
Answer: Reduce speed before you reach gravel. Braking, steering and stopping distances all worsen on a loose surface.
- A. Maintain your speed
- B. Slow down before the surface changes, because grip and braking will be poorer on gravel - correct
- C. Accelerate to cross the gravel quickly
- D. Switch on your hazard lights and continue
Explanation
Reduce speed before you reach gravel. Braking, steering and stopping distances all worsen on a loose surface.
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