Practice question

On a long descent, a driver smells hot brakes and notices braking effectiveness reducing. What is the safest response?

Use the correct lower gear or retarder early, stop safely if necessary and let the brakes cool rather than continuing to build heat
Select neutral to let the vehicle roll freely
Pump the brakes continuously to keep them hot
Increase speed so more air flows over the brakes

Answer: A — Use the correct lower gear or retarder early, stop safely if necessary and let the brakes cool rather than continuing to build heat

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