Practice question
What is the purpose of the proportioning valve in a front-disc, rear-drum brake hydraulic circuit?
- To ensure the front brakes receive less pressure than the rear brakes
- To reduce hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes during hard braking to prevent lockup
- To switch the brake lights on when the pedal is pressed
- To mix air into the brake fluid for smoother pedal feel
Answer: B — To reduce hydraulic pressure to the rear brakes during hard braking to prevent lockup
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