If your vehicle has ABS and you start to skid on a wet surface, how should you apply the brakes?

• A. If you have ABS, apply steady pressure to the brake pedal while steering safely.
• B. Pump the brakes rapidly.
• C. Release the brakes entirely and coast.
• D. Slam the brakes to stop immediately.

Answer: (A)

The situation tests how ABS changes braking on a wet surface to prevent skidding. When ABS is active, you should press the brake pedal firmly and hold it while you steer to a safe path. The system will automatically modulate brake pressure to prevent the wheels from locking, so you may feel the pedal pulsing—that’s the ABS doing its job. Pumping the brakes, releasing them, or slamming them disrupts braking effectiveness or can confuse the system, so those actions are not recommended. Keeping steady pressure helps you maintain control and steer around hazards while the brakes do their work.