Practice question

What is the purpose of the brake drum?

  1. To store spare air pressure at the wheels
  2. To provide a friction surface for the brake shoes to press against to stop the vehicle
  3. To keep dust and dirt off the automatic slack adjusters
  4. To house the return springs for the pushrod

Answer: B — To provide a friction surface for the brake shoes to press against to stop the vehicle

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