When approaching a curve, what is the correct practice for visibility?

When approaching a curve, what is the correct practice for visibility?

• A. Slow down before entering the curve and avoid braking mid-curve.
• B. Speed up as you enter the curve to clear it quickly.
• C. Change lanes inside the curve to find better sightlines.
• D. Maintain the same speed through the curve.

Answer: (A)

Slowing down before entering the curve improves visibility and control. When you reduce speed ahead of the bend, you give your eyes time to scan farther into the curve for any hazards, pedestrians, or oncoming vehicles. Braking while you’re already in the curve can shift weight and reduce traction, making it harder to steer and respond to surprises. Changing lanes inside a curve or maintaining the same speed also limits visibility and reaction time. So the best practice is to ease off the accelerator and brake before the curve, then proceed through the curve at a controlled speed with your eyes looking ahead for hazards.

Slowing down before entering the curve improves visibility and control. When you reduce speed ahead of the bend, you give your eyes time to scan farther into the curve for any hazards, pedestrians, or oncoming vehicles. Braking while you’re already in the curve can shift weight and reduce traction, making it harder to steer and respond to surprises. Changing lanes inside a curve or maintaining the same speed also limits visibility and reaction time. So the best practice is to ease off the accelerator and brake before the curve, then proceed through the curve at a controlled speed with your eyes looking ahead for hazards.