The best way to avoid loss of control in wet conditions is pump your brakes.
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True.
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False.
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Explanation
When driving on wet roads, it is important to maintain a safe and steady speed, increase the following distance, and apply consistent and firm pressure to the brake pedal when needed. In modern vehicles equipped with ABS, pumping the brakes is unnecessary and can actually reduce the effectiveness of the braking system.
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