Speed and stoppingQuestion 39 of 235
How do you finish a normal stop smoothly?
- Hold the same brake pressure until the vehicle stops.
- Release the brake slightly, then press again just before the stop.
- Press harder as the vehicle gets slower.
- Take your foot off the brake fully before the stop.
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Correct answer: Release the brake slightly, then press again just before the stop.
A small release and a new press just before the stop remove the jerk at the end. The ride stays smooth.
Source: Driver’s Guide: Cars and Light Trucks (Government of Alberta, Spring 2026), Braking, page 52
Practice speed and stoppingQuestions last reviewed: 18 October 2026