The proper method of braking when going down long, steep grades is:

Snub braking (apply brakes to slow 5 mph below safe speed, then release).. Section 5.4: Snub braking (applying brakes to drop 5 mph below

The proper method of braking when going down long, steep grades is:

ANSWER BREAKDOWN
  • A. Incorrect. "Pumping the brakes." is not correct. Snub braking (applying brakes to drop 5 mph below safe speed, then letting them cool) is the proper technique.
  • B. Incorrect. "Riding the brakes lightly." is not correct. Snub braking (applying brakes to drop 5 mph below safe speed, then letting them cool) is the proper technique.
  • C. Correct. Snub braking (applying brakes to drop 5 mph below safe speed, then letting them cool) is the proper technique.
  • D. Incorrect. "Using the parking brake." is not correct. Snub braking (applying brakes to drop 5 mph below safe speed, then letting them cool) is the proper technique.