Practice question

On a long downhill grade, what should a bus driver do to reduce brake fade risk?

Select an appropriate lower gear and control speed before the descent becomes steep
Coast in neutral and rely on the service brakes at the bottom
Accelerate to finish the hill quickly
Pump the brakes continuously while following closely

Answer: A — Select an appropriate lower gear and control speed before the descent becomes steep

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