What should be your first action if your vehicle's wheels leave the pavement?
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Ease your foot off the gas pedal and apply the brakes lightly.
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Move to the right and honk your horn to alert other drivers.
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Turn the steering wheel sharply back onto the road.
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Pump the gas pedal to build pressure.
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Explanation
According to the DMV handbook, if your wheels drop off the edge of the road, take your foot off the gas pedal and slow down by gently applying the brakes. Avoid the instinct to slam on the brakes, as this can cause you to lose control. Instead, let your vehicle slow down gradually. Once you're driving at a safe speed, carefully steer back onto the pavement - making sure the lane is clear and that no vehicles are close behind you. Re-entering the road slowly will help you regain control safely.
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