Safe drivingQuestion 66 of 125

Before you drive away, you find that you must stretch to use the brakes. What should you do?

  1. Drive and sit up straighter
  2. Drive and press the pedal harder
  3. Move the seat back
  4. Move the seat closer
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Correct answer: Move the seat closer

You must reach the pedals and the wheel without strain. If you must stretch, you are too far away, so move closer.

Source: Nunavut Driver's Manual (Government of Nunavut, Motor Vehicles Division), Starting Out, Good Driving Practices, Driving Position, page 15

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026