What is the main purpose of anti-lock brakes (ABS)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. To keep the wheels from locking so the driver can steer while braking
- Step 1: ABS prevents the wheels from locking under hard braking, so the driver keeps steering control.
Answer
To keep the wheels from locking so the driver can steer while braking.
Why not the others: To shorten the stopping distance on every surface, To save fuel when braking often and To allow the car to be driven faster don't fit.
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