Where are the accelerator and brake located in an automatic transmission car?
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The accelerator and brake in an automatic transmission car are located below the main driver's console, with the accelerator on the far right and the brake to its left, both controlled by the right foot. In emergency situations, if a person's feet are placed on both the brake and accelerator, there's a high chance of making a wrong judgment, such as mistaking the accelerator for the brake. Assigning control of both pedals to one foot reduces this possibility and also decreases the vehicle's side-slip coefficient when braking while pressing the accelerator. To prevent mistakenly pressing the accelerator instead of the brake, besides maintaining high attention while driving, it's essential to keep the right foot on the brake pedal when acceleration is not needed, regardless of the situation. This practice, known as 'preparing to brake,' allows for immediate braking action when needed, resulting in shorter braking reaction times and eliminating the risk of pressing the wrong pedal.