Practice question

Why is 'Brake Fade' a critical safety concern during prolonged downhill driving, and what is its primary cause?

Loss of braking effectiveness due to friction linings overheating and losing coefficient of friction
Boiling of the power steering fluid due to steering pump overload
Tire tread separation caused by excessive road surface temperature
Vapor lock in the engine fuel delivery lines due to engine bay heat

Answer: A — Loss of braking effectiveness due to friction linings overheating and losing coefficient of friction

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