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Whilst driving, why might a driver suspect that the brake fluid level in their vehicle is low?

  1. A.The brakes are unusually sharp.
  2. B.The brakes feel hard to press.
  3. C.The brakes feel spongy and soft.
  4. D.The brakes take longer than usual to release.
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Correct answer: C. The brakes feel spongy and soft.

If the brake pedal feels soft or spongy when pressed, it could indicate that the brake fluid level is low and there is a fault in the system. Each time a driver sets out on a journey, they should test the brakes. If a fault is detected, have it checked by a competent person. Drivers should check brake fluid levels regularly.

This is an official-style question from the Control of Vehicle topic of the Ireland driver theory test (Cat. B). Practise all 807 questions free on iTest.ie — with timed mock exams, automatic mistake tracking and progress sync across devices.

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