Q
67. Why should you be in the proper gear before starting down a hill?
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ASo you only have to apply the brake just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown.
BSo you can coast downhill.
CSo you can go through the gears on the way down.
Detailed Explanation
The correct answer is "So you only have to apply the brake just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown.". This is based on federal CDL regulations and safety standards.
Correct Answer: So you only have to apply the brake just hard enough to feel a definite slowdown.
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