Air Brake Coach
Driving with air brakesQuestion 97 of 116

Are engine brakes meant for emergency braking?

  1. No
  2. Yes, always
  3. Yes, on dry roads
  4. Yes, in the mountains
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Correct answer: No

Engine brakes help to control speed. They are not meant for emergency braking.

Source: Air Brake Manual: A Guide for Instructors (Government of Alberta, Alberta Transportation, March/April 2012), Module 9: Driving tips, page 89

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026