Chapter 5-5: Curves and corners

The “Curves and Corners” section of the Saskatchewan Driving Test assesses a driver’s ability to navigate bends and sharp turns safely.

Saskatchewan Driving Test - Chapter 5-5: Curves and corners

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In a manual transmission vehicle, what should you do before entering a sharp curve or corner?

Turn off cruise control and stay in the same gear

Shift to a higher gear to reduce engine braking

Shift to a lower gear to have enough power to accelerate through

Put the vehicle in neutral and coast

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What can happen if you are going too fast or the road is slippery in a curve or corner?

The vehicle will turn more sharply than intended

The steering wheel will lock in place

The vehicle may continue straight and not follow the curve

The vehicle will automatically slow down

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Why is it important to brake in a straight line before a curve or corner?

It makes the vehicle turn more sharply

It helps prevent loss of control while turning

It allows you to use less steering

It keeps the vehicle in a higher gear

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If you want the vehicle to move toward the outside of the curve while you are in it, what should you do?

Apply the parking brake

Ease up on the accelerator

Push down on the accelerator

Turn the steering wheel more sharply

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How should you use the accelerator from the start of the curve to its midpoint?

Pump it repeatedly to maintain traction

Press it down fully as you enter the curve

Do not touch the accelerator until after the curve

Use it gently until you reach the mid-point of the curve

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When approaching a sharp curve or corner, what is the most important action to take before you get to it?

Maintain the same speed throughout

Brake hard once you are in the middle of the curve

Speed up to get through the curve quickly

Slow down before entering the curve or corner

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After you reach the mid-point of the curve, what should you do with the steering wheel and speed?

Hold the steering wheel steady and keep the same speed

Turn the steering wheel more and reduce speed

Unwind the steering wheel and accelerate out of the curve

Apply the brakes and keep the wheel fully turned

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How should any speed or steering adjustments be made while in a curve?

Very gradually to avoid losing control

Quickly, so you can exit the curve sooner

By braking sharply in the middle of the curve

Not at all; you must keep speed and steering fixed

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This section examines your understanding of adjusting speed before entering a curve, maintaining control throughout, and steering smoothly. Drivers are tested on their ability to stay within their lane, use proper signaling, and remain alert for road hazards or changing conditions around curves. Awareness of posted speed limits and the need to reduce speed in poor weather or visibility is also emphasized. Mastering curves and corners is vital for accident prevention and ensures safe, confident driving on Saskatchewan’s roads.