Practice question

What is the proper response when your vehicle's brakes suddenly fail while driving?

  1. Immediately shift the engine off and coast
  2. Pump the brake pedal, downshift to a lower gear, and use the parking brake gradually
  3. Steer into oncoming traffic to stop quickly
  4. Accelerate to maintain control

Answer: B — Pump the brake pedal, downshift to a lower gear, and use the parking brake gradually

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