ELDT - Entry Level Driver Training Skid Control and Recovery Questions and Answers

Question 1

While driving on a slippery road, the rear of your tractor begins to slide to the right. To correct this drive-wheel skid, what is the proper steering input?

Accepted Answer

Steer to the right, in the direction of the skid.

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Steer sharply to the left to counter the slide.

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Hold the steering wheel straight and wait for the skid to stop.

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Apply the trailer hand brake to straighten the vehicle.

Question 2

A driver is operating a tractor-trailer and the front wheels lose traction, causing the vehicle to continue straight ahead despite turning the steering wheel. This is known as a front-wheel skid. Which of the following is the correct recovery action?

Accepted Answer

Take your foot off the accelerator and avoid braking.

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Apply the brakes hard to shift weight to the front axle.

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Accelerate to pull the vehicle through the turn.

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Turn the steering wheel more aggressively in the desired direction.

Question 3

What is the most common cause of skids in a commercial motor vehicle?

Accepted Answer

Driving too fast for road conditions

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Improperly adjusted brakes

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A sudden shift of cargo

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Under-inflated tires

Question 4

You are driving a tractor-trailer when the trailer wheels lock up, causing the trailer to swing out and start to jackknife. What is the FIRST and most critical action to take?

Accepted Answer

Release the service brakes.

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Accelerate hard to pull the trailer straight.

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Steer in the opposite direction of the trailer's slide.

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Apply the trailer hand brake (trolley valve).

Question 5

Which of the following actions is a critical technique for preventing skids while descending a long, steep grade?

Accepted Answer

Selecting an appropriate low gear before starting the descent.

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Riding the brakes lightly to maintain a constant speed.

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Using a higher gear to increase momentum.

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Turning the engine off to cool the brakes.

Question 6

If your commercial vehicle begins to skid, which of the following actions should you generally AVOID doing?

Accepted Answer

Slamming on the brake pedal.

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Taking your foot off the accelerator.

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Steering in the direction you want to go.

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Disengaging the clutch (in a manual transmission).