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Select a suitable gear and control speed
On long descents you should choose a suitable gear and control speed to avoid overheating the brakes.
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Select a suitable gear and control speed
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Wait to brake only at the end
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En un descenso prolongado con un camión, conviene:
- Circular en punto muerto
- Esperar a frenar solo al final
- Seleccionar una relación adecuada y controlar la velocidad(Correct answer)
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