POP QUIZ (FOR YOUR TEEN DRIVER)

                                           True  or  False

1. The recommended hand position on the steering wheel is 9 and 3 (as in hands of a clock).
2. If you experience a tire blow-out, you should firmly apply the brakes immediately to reduce speed.
3. To regain traction when the rear of your vehicle begins to skid, you should gently apply the brakes.
4. You are guaranteed the right of way if you are first to arrive at an intersection.
5. From the normal driving position, you should not be able to see the sides of your vehicle when looking into the side mirrors.

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Answers :
1. True.  10 and 2 used to be preferred before airbags became standard.
2. False.  Ease off the accelerator and coast to reduce speed while regaining control.
3. False.  Hitting the brake could make things worse.  Keep your eye on your target and your hands and feet should get you where you aim.
4. False.  No guarantees in driving.  Pay attention to what other drivers are doing or may do.
5. True.  Angling the mirrors out a bit more gives you better view of your blind spoots.