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Safe drivingQuestion 250 of 310

Where should a driver place their hands on the steering wheel?

  1. At the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions
  2. At the 10 o'clock and 12 o'clock positions
  3. At the 6 o'clock and 12 o'clock positions
  4. At the 7 o'clock and 5 o'clock positions
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Correct answer: At the 9 o'clock and 3 o'clock positions

This hand position gives good control. It also keeps your arms clear if an airbag inflates.

Source: Driver's Handbook (Manitoba Public Insurance, February 2026), Steering — Hand Position, page 39

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026