If you must stop quickly on a road that may be slippery, should you pump your brakes?
Correct answer
- Only if your vehicle does NOT have anti-lock brakes (ABS).
- Only if your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS).
- Only if there are no other vehicles on the road.
Explanation
Hard braking on a slippery road can lock the wheels and cause a skid. However, if your vehicle has anti-lock brakes (ABS), they will automatically adjust if a wheel begins to lock. If your vehicle does not have ABS, pump the brakes to avoid locking the wheels.
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