What should a driver do when travelling downhill on snow or ice?
- A Avoid using the brake and use a high gear.
- B Select an appropriate gear and brake gently to control speed.
- C Keep close to the left and brake sharply to reduce speed.
- D Use a higher gear than normal in order to avoid wheel spin.
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Correct answer: Select an appropriate gear and brake gently to control speed..
When travelling downhill in snow or ice; you should select a lower gear to take advantage of engine braking and use the brakes very gently when you need to.
When travelling downhill in snow or ice; you should select a lower gear to take advantage of engine braking and use the brakes very gently when you need to.