Revision question · Band 1 road procedure

What should you do when you're driving in falling snow?

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Brake firmly and quickly

Be ready to steer sharply

Use sidelights only

Brake gently and in plenty of time

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Brake gently and in plenty of timeThis was the right answer

When driving on snow or frozen surfaces, your tyres will have very little grip. To avoid losing that grip, you'll need to accelerate, steer and brake very gently.

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Rule 117Highway Code rule · Harsh acceleration, braking or steering breaks limited grip; use gentle inputs, a suitable high gear and greatly increased ice distance.Rule 119Highway Code rule · Harsh acceleration, braking or steering breaks limited grip; use gentle inputs, a suitable high gear and greatly increased ice distance.Rule 228Highway Code rule · Harsh acceleration, braking or steering breaks limited grip; use gentle inputs, a suitable high gear and greatly increased ice distance.Rule 230Highway Code rule · Harsh acceleration, braking or steering breaks limited grip; use gentle inputs, a suitable high gear and greatly increased ice distance.

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