Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

Anti-lock brakes prevent the vehicle's wheels from locking under heavy braking. What will this help to reduce?

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Aquaplaning

Skidding

Understeering

Oversteering

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The anti-lock braking system (ABS) activates automatically when the brakes are applied. It prevents the wheels from locking, so reducing the likelihood of a skid developing. ABS doesn't remove the need for good driving practices such as anticipation and driving at the correct speed for the conditions.

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Rule 119Highway Code rule · The original ABS lamp was inspected. Firm sustained emergency pressure preserves steering by preventing lock; the corrected loose-surface and aquaplaning lessons do not promise shorter stops or missing grip.Rule 120Highway Code rule · The original ABS lamp was inspected. Firm sustained emergency pressure preserves steering by preventing lock; the corrected loose-surface and aquaplaning lessons do not promise shorter stops or missing grip.

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