Should You Tap the Brake When Passing Through an Intersection in Subject Three?
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You should tap the brake when passing through an intersection in Subject Three. Here are the detailed instructions: 1. Passing through an intersection straight: When approaching an intersection ahead, follow the traffic signal if there is one; if there is no signal, proceed according to safety principles. 2. Passing through a crosswalk: When you see a crosswalk ahead, whether or not there are pedestrians crossing, you must step on the brake to reduce speed. 3. On flat roads with light traffic: If the speed is above 30km/h, a brief application of the brake is sufficient—just lightly tap the brake pedal without pressing the clutch pedal. 4. Turning left or right at an intersection: The requirements for gear shifting may vary depending on the location.
I just passed the Road Test (科目三) and remember clearly that you must tap the brake at intersections! The exam system detects brake signals, so a light press to illuminate the brake lights is sufficient. My instructor taught me to lightly tap the brake about 10 meters before the crosswalk at intersections—don’t press too hard or the engine might stall. The key is to observe intersection dynamics and make exaggerated head movements to check both sides. Last time during the mock test, a fellow examinee failed outright for not tapping the brake. The safety officer said this action reduces intersection accident rates by 30%. For rainy-day tests, brake even earlier since wet roads increase stopping distance. Developing this habit is crucial for safe driving in the future.
