Alberta Class 7 Learner Knowledge Test · Question
If your brakes fail while driving, the correct response is to:
Pumping the pedal may restore some braking. Downshifting lets engine braking slow the vehicle, and gradual parking-brake application avoids skidding. Steer towa
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Question: If your brakes fail while driving, the correct response is to:
Answer options:
- Turn off the ignition immediately ✅ Pump the brake pedal, shift to a lower gear to slow the engine, apply the parking brake gradually, and steer toward a safe stopping area
- Open the door and jump out
- Steer into oncoming traffic to stop the vehicle
Correct answer: Pump the brake pedal, shift to a lower gear to slow the engine, apply the parking brake gradually, and steer toward a safe stopping area
Explanation: Pumping the pedal may restore some braking. Downshifting lets engine braking slow the vehicle, and gradual parking-brake application avoids skidding. Steer toward a safe area such as a shoulder, uphill grade, or open space.
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