Practice question

When driving down a long, steep hill, what is the best way to control your speed in a manual vehicle?

  1. Coast in neutral with the clutch in
  2. Select a lower gear so engine braking helps control speed, and use the footbrake as needed
  3. Keep your foot on the brake continuously the whole way down
  4. Switch the engine off

Answer: B — Select a lower gear so engine braking helps control speed, and use the footbrake as needed

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