A. The first and all following reductions, until the brake is released.
195. Q. How many applications of the brake should be made when making a
stop with a passenger train, and why?
A. Two; the first a heavy one to reduce the speed quickly, and the
second a light one to complete the stop; thereby preventing wheel
sliding and shock to the train.
196. Q. How many applications of the brake should be made when making a
stop with a long freight train?
A. One; this to prevent the possibility of causing damage to the train.