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When turning at an intersection, why should you not shift gears in the middle of the turn?
- A.Shifting in a turn damages the paint
- B.If you miss a gear, you may lose momentum and block the intersection with the trailer across lanes
- C.It is legal but wastes fuel only
- D.Gears cannot be changed while turning mechanically
Correct answer
B. If you miss a gear, you may lose momentum and block the intersection with the trailer across lanes
Why
A combination in a turn is at its most exposed, blocking cross traffic. Completing the turn in one gear keeps you moving and clears the intersection promptly.
Manual topic: Combination Vehicles - Turning and Off-Tracking · From the Combination Vehicles practice bank (CV-096).