Question

What is a drawback of retarders?

Answers

They may not be permitted everywhere.

They can help to slow a vehicle.

They cannot be turned off.

Explanation

A retarder is a device that helps to slow a vehicle, reducing the need for a driver to use the brakes. However, these devices can be noisy and are not permitted everywhere.

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