Brakes (A5)Question 55 of 120
Technician A says brake shoes are used in disc brakes. Technician B says brake shoes are used in drum brakes. Who is correct?
a.Technician A only
b.Technician B only
c.Both A and B
d.Neither A nor B
Explanation
Drum brakes use curved shoes that press outward against the drum, while disc brakes use flat pads that clamp a rotor. Technician B is correct. Many vehicles combine front discs with rear drums or discs.
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