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Control speed and use a suitable gear
Control speed before beginning the descent and select a gear that lets the engine restrain the combination, following vehicle instructions. Use brakes and any auxiliary braking system appropriately to avoid excessive heating. Do not coast in neutral or wait until the end to brake sharply. The appropriate gear depends on slope, mass and vehicle; there is no single gear suitable for every descent.
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Control speed and use a suitable gear
Wait until the end and brake sharply
Coast in neutral
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En un descenso prolongado con un conjunto pesado, conviene:
- Circular en punto muerto
- Esperar al final para frenar con brusquedad
- Controlar la velocidad y usar una relación adecuada(Correct answer)
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