Practice question

If service brakes fail on a downgrade, what should you do first?

  1. Look for an escape ramp or safe escape path while using engine braking and warning others
  2. Shift to neutral and coast
  3. Turn off the headlights
  4. Accelerate to the bottom of the hill

Answer: A — Look for an escape ramp or safe escape path while using engine braking and warning others

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