Practice question

Brake fade during a long downgrade on a hydraulic-brake school bus is BEST reduced by:

Using engine/transmission retardation and proper downshifting so brakes do not overheat
Riding the brakes continuously to keep them warm
Pumping the parking brake repeatedly
Increasing tire pressure

Answer: A — Using engine/transmission retardation and proper downshifting so brakes do not overheat

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