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Control speed and use a suitable gear
On long descents you should anticipate, control speed, and use a suitable gear to avoid overloading the brakes.
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Control speed and use a suitable gear
Coast in neutral to save fuel
Brake only at the end of the descent
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En un descenso prolongado con remolque, lo correcto es:
- Bajar en punto muerto para ahorrar combustible
- Frenar solo al final del descenso
- Moderar la velocidad y usar una relación adecuada(Correct answer)
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