Question 1461 · Road safety

After connecting a trailer to a towing vehicle or to a truck, is it required to check brake response?

1. No, there is no need to check the response of the brakes.
2. Yes, the connection of a trailer or a semi-trailer requires the performance of a brake response check when starting to drive.
3. Yes, after connecting to a towing vehicle or to a truck tractor, it is required to check the proper functioning of the brakes at a brake-testing facility.
4. No, the driver doesn’t have the means to check the response of the brakes.

Correct answer: Yes, the connection of a trailer or a semi-trailer requires the performance of a brake response check when starting to drive.

Appears in the exam for: Heavy truck (C)

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