How should a driver manage a steep descent in snow or frosty weather?

Engage a lower gear early and use gentle braking applications to keep the speed down.
Keep the clutch depressed and use gentle braking.
Engage a higher gear than normal in order to avoid wheel-spin.
Always keep close to the left and use short, sharp brake applications to keep the speed down.

Explantion: In snow or ice, a vehicle takes longer to stop. Before starting a steep descent in a large vehicle, the driver should reduce speed and select a lower gear, brake gently and only when needed. If the vehicle is fitted with a manually selectable retarder, engage it before starting the descent.

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How should a driver manage a steep descent in snow or frosty weather?

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