BC Class 5&7
BC road signs practice question Q-0068: Beyond slowing down, what does the descent it warns of ask of you?
You see the sign shown. Beyond slowing down, what does the descent it warns of ask of you?
- a Increase following distance only after the hill ends
- b Use a lower gear so the engine helps hold your speed
- c Shift to neutral to save fuel
- d Ride the brakes steadily the whole way down
Answer
Use a lower gear so the engine helps hold your speed
Learn to Drive Smart · LTDS-2026-03 · Chapter 3 · Signs, signals and road markings · Warning signs
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