Question 134 of 140

If a trailer tire fails at highway speed, what should the driver do first?

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Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and move off the road gradually once under control
Brake hard immediately regardless of steering stability or how the trailer happens to be tracking
Swerve sharply toward the shoulder
Accelerate to maintain stability

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Correct answer to question 134 (Combination Vehicles): Hold the steering wheel firmly, ease off the accelerator, and move off the road gradually once under control

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A firm grip on the wheel and easing off the throttle helps keep the combination stable after a trailer tire failure, and hard braking or sharp steering right away can make control more difficult.

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