26. Which of these is the most important thing to remember about emergency braking?
Detailed Explanation
Emergency braking must preserve control. Locked, sliding wheels cannot provide the same steering control as rolling tires; follow your vehicle's ABS guidance.
Official reference: New York CDL-10 2.17.2Correct Answer: If the wheels are skidding, you cannot control the vehicle.
Why This Matters on the CDL Test
Emergency braking.
How to Remember It
Rolling, not locked.
Answer Review
Traction enables control.
Why the other answers are weaker
- Disconnecting the steering axle brakes will help keep your vehicle in a straight line during emergency braking.Do not disconnect steering-axle brakes.
- Never do it without downshifting first.Downshifting is not a prerequisite.
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Review the most important emergency braking rule: stop hard without locking the wheels or losing steering control.
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