Topic: Driving safely in difficult conditions · Nº 121 / 247
Cuando existan placas de hielo en la calzada, ¿cuál es la forma más aconsejable y segura de descender una pendiente prolongada?
When there are patches of ice on the carriageway, what is the most advisable and safest way to go down a long slope?
- ACon marchas largas para mejorar el agarre de las ruedas motrices.In high gears, to improve the grip of the driving wheels.
- BCon marchas cortas para frenar lo menos posible.In low gears, so as to brake as little as possible.
- CReduciendo la velocidad con el freno de mano, especialmente al trazar las curvas.Reducing speed with the handbrake, especially on bends.
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Correct answer
- BCon marchas cortas para frenar lo menos posible.In low gears, so as to brake as little as possible.
Explanation
On ice, avoid pressing the brake, because the wheels lock easily. A low gear uses engine braking and holds the vehicle back with hardly any braking. High gears let the car run away, and the handbrake can lock the rear wheels and cause a skid.
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