Practice question
What is the primary difference in operation between the foot brake (service brake) and the handbrake (parking brake)?
- The foot brake operates mechanically on the front wheels; the handbrake operates hydraulically on all wheels
- The foot brake operates hydraulically on all four wheels; the handbrake mechanically locks the rear wheels via cables
- The foot brake is used only when parked; the handbrake is used for normal driving stops
- There is no difference in operation between the two braking systems
Answer: B — The foot brake operates hydraulically on all four wheels; the handbrake mechanically locks the rear wheels via cables
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