When you shift to reverse you should

When you shift to reverse you should

• A. Turn the steering wheel sharply
• B. Honk the horn
• C. Press the gas pedal
• D. Press the brake pedal

Answer: (D)

When you shift into reverse, your priority is to control your speed and be ready to stop at any moment. The brake pedal is what gives you that control, letting you slow down to a crawl or come to a stop while you back up and check your surroundings. Using the brake lets you respond quickly if a person, pet, or object appears behind you, which is especially important since visibility is limited in reverse. The other actions do not help with safe backing: turning the steering wheel sharply can push the vehicle in an unpredictable direction; honking doesn’t manage your speed; pressing the gas pedal would increase speed and reduce your ability to react. So apply the brake to back up safely.

When you shift into reverse, your priority is to control your speed and be ready to stop at any moment. The brake pedal is what gives you that control, letting you slow down to a crawl or come to a stop while you back up and check your surroundings. Using the brake lets you respond quickly if a person, pet, or object appears behind you, which is especially important since visibility is limited in reverse. The other actions do not help with safe backing: turning the steering wheel sharply can push the vehicle in an unpredictable direction; honking doesn’t manage your speed; pressing the gas pedal would increase speed and reduce your ability to react. So apply the brake to back up safely.