Arizona Driving Permit Written Practice Test

What should you do if your vehicle runs off the road?

1. Accelerate to get back on the road

2. Ease off the gas and steer back onto the road when safe

3. Turn sharply to regain control

4. Stop immediately

The correct answer is: Ease off the gas and steer back onto the road when safe

If your vehicle runs off the road, the best course of action is to ease off the gas and steer back onto the road when it is safe to do so. By reducing your speed gradually, you allow the vehicle to regain control without causing further destabilization. Sudden acceleration can lead to loss of traction and control, making it more difficult to steer accurately back onto the roadway. Additionally, turning sharply can increase the likelihood of losing control, which may lead to an accident. Stopping immediately can also create dangerous situations, especially if you are in a high-traffic area. Instead, maintaining a calm approach, gradually easing off the accelerator, and waiting for an appropriate opportunity to steer back onto the road ensures that you return safely without causing harm to yourself or others.