What should you do before entering curves to reduce the danger of crossing the center line or leaving the roadway?

What should you do before entering curves to reduce the danger of crossing the center line or leaving the roadway?

• A. Slow down before entering curves to avoid crossing the center line or leaving the roadway.
• B. Speed up before entering the curve.
• C. Maintain current speed through the curve.
• D. Brake sharply after entering the curve.

Answer: (A)

Approach curves with a slower speed before you reach them. Slowing down beforehand gives you better control of the steering and helps you stay in your lane as you navigate the bend. If you enter a curve at too high a speed, you’re more likely to push toward the center line or drift off the roadway because the vehicle needs more space to safely complete the turn. Braking inside the curve or after you’ve already entered increases weight transfer and reduces tire grip, which raises the risk of losing control. Maintaining your current speed through most curves isn’t reliable because many turns require a gentler, slower pace to handle safely. So the safest plan is to reduce speed before entering curves.

Approach curves with a slower speed before you reach them. Slowing down beforehand gives you better control of the steering and helps you stay in your lane as you navigate the bend. If you enter a curve at too high a speed, you’re more likely to push toward the center line or drift off the roadway because the vehicle needs more space to safely complete the turn. Braking inside the curve or after you’ve already entered increases weight transfer and reduces tire grip, which raises the risk of losing control. Maintaining your current speed through most curves isn’t reliable because many turns require a gentler, slower pace to handle safely. So the safest plan is to reduce speed before entering curves.