Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

You've just driven through flood water. How should you dry out the brakes?

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Stop and pump the brake pedal several times

Drive at a normal speed until the brakes work properly

Stop at the nearest garage and have the brakes looked at

Drive slowly and apply light pressure to the footbrake

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Drive slowly and apply light pressure to the footbrakeThis was the right answer

Before you test the brakes, don't forget to check for traffic behind. If it's safe, drive slowly and gently apply the brakes until they dry out and work properly again.

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Driving through shallow water safelyReviewed guidance summary · The original ford and answer artwork was inspected. After a safe crossing, check behind and test wet brakes gently before resuming speed.Worded warning signRoad sign · The original ford and answer artwork was inspected. After a safe crossing, check behind and test wet brakes gently before resuming speed.

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