Which braking technique involves repeatedly pressing and releasing the brake pedal to maintain steering on a slippery surface?

Which braking technique involves repeatedly pressing and releasing the brake pedal to maintain steering on a slippery surface?

• A. Squeeze Braking
• B. Brake Fade
• C. Stab Braking
• D. Threshold Braking

Answer: (C)

On a slick surface you have to keep the tires from locking up so you can still steer. Stab braking uses quick, repeated presses and releases of the brake pedal to prevent wheel lock while still applying braking force. The cycle of pressure and release lets the wheels keep rolling enough to maintain grip, letting you steer around hazards rather than slide straight ahead. Squeeze braking is gradual, steady pressure rather than a pump-action cycle. Brake fade is not a technique—it’s what happens when braking power drops due to heat. Threshold braking is pushing the brakes to the point just before locking, aiming for maximum braking without skidding, but it’s not about repeatedly releasing and reapplying the brakes.

On a slick surface you have to keep the tires from locking up so you can still steer. Stab braking uses quick, repeated presses and releases of the brake pedal to prevent wheel lock while still applying braking force. The cycle of pressure and release lets the wheels keep rolling enough to maintain grip, letting you steer around hazards rather than slide straight ahead.

Squeeze braking is gradual, steady pressure rather than a pump-action cycle. Brake fade is not a technique—it’s what happens when braking power drops due to heat. Threshold braking is pushing the brakes to the point just before locking, aiming for maximum braking without skidding, but it’s not about repeatedly releasing and reapplying the brakes.