Delaware Driver Education State Practice Test

What should you do when encountering a curve to the right?

1. Increase your speed

2. Use your high beams

3. Reduce your speed

4. Honk the horn to signal others

The correct answer is: Reduce your speed

When encountering a curve to the right, reducing your speed is crucial for maintaining control of the vehicle and ensuring safety. Curves can create challenges such as limited visibility and potential for skidding, especially if the road is wet or if the curve is sharper than expected. By slowing down before entering the curve, you allow yourself more time to react to any unforeseen obstacles, adjust your steering as needed, and navigate the curve safely. Maintaining a safe speed also allows you to better assess the conditions of the road and respond appropriately to any changes in the environment, such as the presence of other drivers, pedestrians, or road signs. This approach promotes safer driving practices and helps prevent accidents that might occur if a driver were to accelerate through a curve, which could lead to losing control of the vehicle.