Which of the following actions should you perform to move off smoothly?
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Correct answer
A. Gradually disengage the clutch pedal.
Explanation
To move off smoothly, you gradually release the clutch pedal - answer A. Releasing the clutch suddenly (B) makes the car jerk and stalls the engine, and high revs with a quick release of the pedal (C) make the tyres squeal, wear out the clutch and cause an uncontrolled jerk forward.
The clutch connects the engine to the wheels; when the pedal is pressed down, there is no connection, and when you lift it, the clutch plates start to touch and transmit the drive. At the biting point, usually halfway through the pedal travel, the car starts to roll forward - then you add a little throttle and keep lifting the pedal all the way up. You only move off after checking the mirrors and switching on the indicator, because joining traffic (włączanie się do ruchu) requires you to give way to others.
Legal basis: Art. 17 para. 2 of the Road Traffic Act (Prawo o ruchu drogowym)