Practice question

What should you do if your brakes fail while driving?

  1. Turn off the engine immediately at highway speed
  2. Pump the brake pedal, shift to a lower gear, and use the parking brake gradually
  3. Steer into oncoming traffic
  4. Close your eyes and coast

Answer: B — Pump the brake pedal, shift to a lower gear, and use the parking brake gradually

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