Practice question

A manual-transmission bus approaches a railroad crossing on a slight upgrade. What is the best gear strategy?

Select a gear before the crossing that lets the bus clear the tracks without shifting
Shift to neutral before the tracks and coast across
Start in a high gear and downshift on the tracks if needed
Stop with the front wheels on the first rail before selecting a gear

Answer: A — Select a gear before the crossing that lets the bus clear the tracks without shifting

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