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Question:
What is the first step of proper braking technique when going down a steep downgrade?
Answer: Put the engine in the proper low gear.
Explanation
Before you even apply the brakes, you want to make sure that you are in the proper low gear to start the downgrade, since you may be unable to change after you start your descent and will be busy applying then easing off then applying the brakes.
This question is in Section 1: General Knowledge of our CDL Test Guide. Explore now!
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