Depressing the gas pedal all the way to the floor, which could result in the drive tires losing traction with the road surface and possible loss of vehicle control, is called what?

• A. Gentle throttle
• B. Full throttle
• C. Moderate throttle
• D. Idle

Answer: (B)

Full throttle means pressing the gas pedal completely to the floor, delivering maximum engine power. When the drive tires receive that much power, they can break traction with the road, causing wheel spin and a loss of control, especially on slick, wet, or uneven surfaces or during abrupt acceleration. Gentle or moderate throttle apply less power and keep the tires gripping the surface, while idle means no throttle and no acceleration. So the scenario described is best described as full throttle.