Q
414. What is the first thing you should try to do if your brakes fail while driving downhill?
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Aa. Apply the parking brake.
Bb. Downshift to a lower gear.
Cc. Get off the road as soon as possible.
Detailed Explanation
The correct answer is "c. Get off the road as soon as possible.". This is based on federal CDL regulations and safety standards.
Correct Answer: c. Get off the road as soon as possible.
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