Table of Contents
- 1 When driving through a curve What should you do?
- 2 When someone begins to exit a curve what technique should they be using *?
- 3 When driving through a turn or curve you should?
- 4 When braking and turning you use what?
- 5 When rounding a sharp curve What should you do?
- 6 When does a curve become a turn sign?
- 7 When do you turn the wheel hand over hand?
When driving through a curve What should you do?
When approaching a curve, slow down appropriately and position your car to the side of your lane which is opposite the direction of the curve. If the road winds to the right, for example, move to the left side of your lane.
When someone begins to exit a curve what technique should they be using *?
At the apex or exit point, apply light acceleration to pull the car out of the curve. Searching as far ahead as possible and identifying the existence of a curve will provide you with more time to evaluate and control the level of risk. Does the roadway curve to the left or right?
What are the three parts of a curve in order?
A typical AS curve has three parts: a flat, horizontal portion at low levels of output, a middle section with a more-or-less gentle upward slope, and a steep or vertical portion at high levels of output.
How far do you signal before turning?
100 feet
Before you stop, turn or change lanes, let the other drivers know what you are going to do by signaling. You can signal with your hand and arm or with your vehicle’s turn signals and brake lights. You should signal at least 100 feet before you turn so the other drivers can be ready.
When driving through a turn or curve you should?
Reduce your speed before approaching a curve. Watch out for road signs warning of approaching curves so that you have ample time to slow down before steering through the curve. It is advisable to drive below the posted speed limit as you approach and drive through curves. Turn as little as possible.
When braking and turning you use what?
traction forces
When braking and turning, you use changing traction forces. You drive through a curve at a speed higher than the posted speed then your vehicle needs more traction to stay on road. Traction is the gripping action that keeps a tire from slipping on roadway.
What force do you round when curved?
The force responsible for the change in direction is called centripetal force. Centripetal force is necessary for an object to move with circular motion. The force that pulls out from the center on a body in circular motion is called centrifugal force and it increases with acceleration.
How and when would you look into a curve?
When the car is “on target” the target will appear aligned with the top of the steering wheel. As the car gets closer to the curve, and it is time to select a new target, look through the curve with central vision until you see another straight-away for a new target.
When rounding a sharp curve What should you do?
When rounding a curve, a car tends to:
- Speed up.
- Move to the inside of the curve.
- Stay in the center of the lane.
- Move to the outside of the curve.
When does a curve become a turn sign?
The Curve ahead sign tells you a curve is coming. When does a CURVE become a TURN? when it can be safely navigated at a speed slower than 35 mph. An orange-colored triangle-shaped sign on a truck means: it is a slow moving (less than 25 mph) vehicle. Overdriving your headlights at night is dangerous because:
What should you do when going around a curve?
If you are going too fast, or if the road is slippery, the vehicle will win and you won’t get around the corner or curve. Any speed or steering adjustments required while in the curve should be very gradual to avoid losing control of your vehicle. The most important part of driving a curve or corner is to slow down before you get to it.
What’s the difference between curves and corners in Saskatchewan?
In case of a difference in interpretation between the translated version and the laws and regulations governing Saskatchewan drivers and vehicles, the laws and regulations prevail. The techniques for driving around curves and corners are basically the same. In a curve or corner, the vehicle will want to go straight ahead while you want to turn.
When do you turn the wheel hand over hand?
This method is only used in situations where you are traveling around a curve. As the name suggests, your hands are going to cross each other while turning the wheel. Hand-over-hand may feel awkward at first, but it’s the proper and safest method for making a turn.