Practice question
Why should a driver perform a low-speed brake test after driving through deep water puddles or flooded stream crossings?
- Water on brake drum/disc linings reduces friction; gentle braking dries out brake pads and restores stopping power
- Water in brakes increases tyre pressure dangerously
- To check if the speedometer fuse was blown by water
- Brake testing after water crossings is necessary only for heavy trucks
Answer: A — Water on brake drum/disc linings reduces friction; gentle braking dries out brake pads and restores stopping power
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