New Jersey Air Brakes Practice Test

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What is the recommended way to handle loss of air pressure during driving?

Steadily apply the emergency brakes
Accelerate to maintain control
Look for a safe place to stop
Ignore the issue if speed is stable

The correct answer is: Look for a safe place to stop

The recommended way to handle a loss of air pressure during driving is to look for a safe place to stop. When air pressure is lost, it indicates a failure in the air brake system, which can greatly impair the ability to safely control the vehicle. Continuing to drive without remedying the situation puts not only the driver but also others on the road at risk. By finding a secure location to pull over, the driver can assess the situation, prevent further complications, and ensure safety. Applying the emergency brakes may not be advisable as it could cause the vehicle to skid or lose control, particularly if the loss of air pressure results in reduced braking effectiveness. Accelerating to maintain control is counterproductive and dangerous, as it only increases the risk of an accident. Ignoring the issue, even if speed seems stable, is also dangerous since the loss of air pressure means a critical warning has been triggered regarding the vehicle's braking capability. Therefore, the most prudent and safe approach is to locate a safe area to stop and resolve the issue.