Why is it dangerous to depend only on the trailer hand valve to slow a combination vehicle in an emergency?
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Correct answer to question 14 (Combination Vehicles): Using it alone can cause the trailer to skid or jackknife because it doesn't apply the tractor's brakes
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The trailer hand valve applies only the trailer's brakes; used alone in an emergency, it can lock the trailer wheels and cause a skid or jackknife instead of a controlled stop.
Updated: November 2026