Alaska Defensive Driving & Safety

What should you do if your vehicle begins to hydroplane?

By DMV Master Editorial Team Updated Verified against Alaska Driver Manual
A

turn sharply

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B

ease off the accelerator and steer straight until traction returns

Correct answer

C

brake hard immediately

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Detailed Explanation

Sudden braking or steering can make loss of control worse during hydroplaning.

Source: Alaska Driver Manual

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