Practice question

What should you do if your vehicle's brakes suddenly fail while driving?

  1. Turn off the engine immediately
  2. Pump the brake pedal, downshift, and use the parking brake gradually to slow down
  3. Steer into oncoming traffic
  4. Close your eyes and hope it stops

Answer: B — Pump the brake pedal, downshift, and use the parking brake gradually to slow down

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