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Which gear is appropriate to start driving a passenger car on a dry surface?
Description
Regulation of the Minister of Transport, Construction and Maritime Economy of 13 July 2012 on the training of persons applying for driving licences, instructors and lecturers - Annex No. 1, pt. II.
Explanation
Correct answer: First.
The first gear is used for starting on a dry, high-grip surface. It provides the greatest torque, which is needed to set the vehicle in motion smoothly without excessively straining the clutch and engine. Using a higher gear would require 'slipping the clutch' and could lead to vehicle damage or stalling the engine.