Practice question

What is brake fade (Bremsfading), and under what driving conditions is it most likely to occur?

Brake fade is the sudden loss of braking friction caused by overheating of brake pads and discs during prolonged or continuous braking on steep mountain descents
Brake fade is the freezing of brake fluid during cold winter mornings
Brake fade is the cleaning of brake discs by windshield wiper spray
Brake fade is the automatic application of the parking brake at red lights

Answer: A — Brake fade is the sudden loss of braking friction caused by overheating of brake pads and discs during prolonged or continuous braking on steep mountain descents

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