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Which statement about ABS is correct?

  1. ABS always shortens the stopping distance
  2. ABS works best when you pump the pedal
  3. ABS does not let you drive faster
  4. ABS stops the vehicle on gravel faster
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Correct answer: ABS does not let you drive faster

ABS helps prevent wheel lock on wet and slippery roads. It does not change how fast you can drive.

Source: Learn to Drive Smart (ICBC, 2026), Chapter 8, Emergency strategies: Anti-lock braking systems (ABS), page 116

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026