Question 49 of 403

What should mainly determine which gear you start out in when pulling away from a stop?

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Whichever gear happens to be easiest to reach from where the shifter last was
The time of day you are driving
The color of the traffic light you just left
The weight of the vehicle and the grade you're starting on

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Correct answer to question 49 (General Knowledge): The weight of the vehicle and the grade you're starting on

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A heavier load or a steeper grade needs more starting torque, which means a lower starting gear, so weight and grade are what should guide the choice, not habit or convenience.

Updated: November 2026

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