If you must make an emergency stop, you should brake so that you:

• A. Stay in a straight line
• B. Stop as quickly as possible
• C. Stay in a straight line and steer
• D. Swerve to avoid the obstacle

Answer: (C)

In an emergency stop, your priority is to stop quickly while keeping full control of the vehicle. Brake firmly and progress toward a stop, but keep the vehicle pointing straight to prevent loss of control or a rollover. If there’s an obstacle, steer to avoid it while continuing to brake smoothly—avoid sudden, jerky movements that could destabilize the vehicle. Staying in a straight line minimizes risk, and steering when needed allows you to avoid hazards without losing control. Swerving or trying to brake to a complete stop without regard to steering increases the chance of a skid or collision, so the best approach is to maintain a straight path while using careful steering to evade the obstacle.