Idaho Written Driver's License Practice Test

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What is the correct procedure for maneuvering your car out of a skid?

Steer sharply in the opposite direction
Brake hard and steer
Release accelerator and counter steer
Turn off the ignition

The correct answer is: Release accelerator and counter steer

The correct procedure for maneuvering your car out of a skid is to release the accelerator and counter steer. When a vehicle begins to skid, it typically loses traction, often due to excessive speed or slippery road conditions. By easing off the accelerator, you reduce engine power, which can help to regain traction. Counter steering—turning the steering wheel in the direction you want the front of the vehicle to go—helps to realign the vehicle correctly with the path of travel. This technique allows the wheels to regain grip on the road surface and stabilizes the vehicle, preventing it from spinning out of control. This approach is crucial for maintaining control of the vehicle during a skid. It equips the driver with a better chance to correct the vehicle's path safely and effectively. Other methods like braking hard can actually worsen a skid, and turning off the ignition may lead to a loss of steering control and not address the underlying issue of traction loss.