Question

When stopping on snow or ice, drivers who are operating vehicles equipped with antilock (ABS) brakes should __________.

1) pump brakes until the vehicle has come to a stop
2) press brake pedal firmly, do not pump brakes
3) wait for the car to stop without pressing on the brakes

Answer 1

Drivers should firmly press the brake pedal when operating a vehicle with ABS on snow or ice, as ABS automatically modulates braking force to prevent wheel lock-up.

Step-by-step explanation:

When stopping on snow or ice, drivers who are operating vehicles equipped with anti-lock (ABS) brakes should press the brake pedal firmly and not pump the brakes. ABS is designed to prevent the wheels from locking up, thereby maintaining tractive contact with the road surface. Traditional braking methods, like pumping the brakes, are not necessary with ABS systems as they automatically pump the brakes for the driver at a much faster rate than a human could. By applying firm pressure, the system is allowed to modulate braking force and maintain steering control.