Practice question
According to Alberta's Commercial Driver's Guide, why is using only the trailer hand valve on steep hills not recommended?
- It increases compressor cut-out safely
- It can overwork trailer brakes, cause unbalanced braking, and contribute to a jackknife risk
- It replaces the need for engine braking
- It cools the tractor brakes automatically
Answer: B — It can overwork trailer brakes, cause unbalanced braking, and contribute to a jackknife risk
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