Ch. 6 · Hazardous Areas

When approaching a corner or curve, slow down sufficiently on the straight section before it.

[True / False · Easy]

Answer: ✓ True

Explanation

The Rules of the Road 2 (1) clearly states: "When approaching a corner or curve, slow down sufficiently on the straight section before it." This statement is correct. Turning the steering wheel at high speed can easily cause a rollover or skid.

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 6: Natural forces acting on vehicles

Hikari

Can't I just brake while turning into the curve?

Misaki

No, that's true—you must slow down on the straight before the curve. Braking or turning at speed can cause a skid or rollover.

Hikari

So I need to be at the right speed before I even start turning?

Misaki

Precisely. Slow down early, then steer smoothly through the curve. That's the safe approach.

Source: Ch. 6 Hazardous Areas · Section (第２節坂道・カーブ) · ２曲がり角・カーブ (１)

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