If you are slowing down simply by taking your foot off the gas pedal, which action should you take?

• A. Tap the brake pedal once
• B. Wiggle the steering wheel
• C. Turn on hazard lights
• D. Shift into Park

Answer: (A)

When you’re slowing down by lifting off the gas, the best move is to tap the brake pedal once. This gently engages the brakes to reduce your speed and, importantly, turns on the brake lights so drivers behind you know you’re slowing. It communicates your intention and helps prevent rear-end collisions while you continue to monitor traffic. The other actions don’t fit: wiggling the steering wheel doesn’t help slow you down and can create instability; turning on hazard lights is for emergencies or stopped vehicles and can confuse other drivers; shifting into Park while moving is dangerous and can damage the transmission.