Practice question

What is the purpose of 'Sanftanhalten' (Soft Braking / Smooth Stopping Technique) in passenger bus driving?

  1. Slamming on the brakes at maximum force to stop as abruptly as possible
  2. Stopping with the handbrake only
  3. Slightly easing off brake pedal pressure just before the vehicle comes to a complete halt, eliminating the uncomfortable jerk (Anhalteruck) and preventing standing passengers from lurching forward
  4. Braking by turning off the engine

Answer: C — Slightly easing off brake pedal pressure just before the vehicle comes to a complete halt, eliminating the uncomfortable jerk (Anhalteruck) and preventing standing passengers from lurching forward

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