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Minnesota Class D Knowledge Practice Test
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The car ahead of you stops suddenly. You press the brake pedal hard in your car, which has anti-lock brakes (ABS). The pedal pulses under your foot, and you hear a grinding sound. What should you do?
Correct answer: Keep firm, steady pressure on the brake pedal, and steer around the car ahead if you need to.
Why
Anti-lock brakes keep the wheels from locking during a hard stop, so the car keeps its steering. The pulses and the noise that you feel and hear are the system at work. Keep your foot down firmly and steer toward a safe path. If you are not sure whether your car has ABS, read the owner's manual before you drive.
Verified against Minnesota Driver's Manual · Anti-lock braking · p. 86, 87
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