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If your brakes fail while driving, a helpful first step is to:
- A.Turn off the engine immediately in traffic
- B.Pump the brake pedal to build pressure, use the parking brake gradually, and steer to a safe place
- C.Jump from the vehicle
- D.Shift to reverse
Correct answer
B. Pump the brake pedal to build pressure, use the parking brake gradually, and steer to a safe place
Why
Pumping the pedal may restore some braking, and the parking brake applied gradually can slow you. Downshift and steer toward a safe area to stop.
Manual topic: Official Florida Driver License Handbook - Driving in Adverse Conditions · From the Florida Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (FLC-174).