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NREMT Paramedic

Category - Operations

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While responding to a call you have to suddenly brake. The rear brakes:
  1. Allow for better directional control.
  2. Brake equally with the front brakes.
  3. Do most of the braking.
  4. Are considerably less effective than the front.
Explanation
Answer: D - The rear brakes of an ambulance are considerably less effective than the front brakes. The reason for this is the weight distribution of the ambulance. The EMT-P will be responsible for learning the appropriate emergency driving techniques through their specific system.
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