Winter and emergenciesQuestion 307 of 345

What can cause a skid on a wet or slippery road?

  1. Using low beam lights
  2. Driving slowly and smoothly
  3. Looking far ahead
  4. Braking or accelerating too hard, or turning too sharply
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Correct answer: Braking or accelerating too hard, or turning too sharply

A skid starts when the tires lose their grip.

Source: Saskatchewan Driver's Handbook (SGI, 2026-27), 6.10 Emergency driving, page 151

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026