Yep, and holding the release in release position allows operating that brake pedal similar to the other brake.
I spent hours riding while my granddaughter did the driving. I spent a lot of the time showing her places where accidents happen EVERYDAY! (oops a rant almost started) because of bonehead moves by drivers who just don't get it.
Over 3 years on her own now and not involved in 1 collision. Maybe I missed my calling. LOL
I was the first/oldest and the first to drive. Sister, Cousins, Neighbors, even wife, not only taught but used my Gremlin for drivers test.