In an air brake system, which statement about the storage tanks is true?

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Why

The storage tanks keep a reserve of compressed air for the brakes, large enough that you can still brake several times after a compressor failure and bring the vehicle to a safe stop.

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Topic: Air brakes   License: CDL

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• How Air Brakes Work

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