CDL · Vehicle inspection
In what situation should you check that the parking brake works?
Correct answer: While the vehicle is parked.
Answer options
- AWhile the vehicle is parked Correct
- BWhile you are traveling at highway speed
- CWhile the vehicle is heading down a steep hill
Why
The check is done with the vehicle stopped: set the parking brake, then gently try to pull forward against it in a low gear to make sure it keeps the vehicle from moving. Trying it at speed or on a downhill stretch would be dangerous if the brake did not hold.
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Topic: Vehicle inspection License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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