What should you do if your brakes fail on a downhill grade?
a.Pump the brakes rapidly, downshift, and look for an escape ramp
b.Turn off the engine
c.Jump from the vehicle
d.Steer into oncoming traffic to slow down
Explanation
If your brakes fail going downhill, you should pump the brake pedal rapidly to try to build pressure, downshift to use engine braking, and look for an escape ramp or an upgrade that will slow the vehicle. Using the escape ramp is your safest option if available.