When the road is slippery, you should:
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Press your brakes in slow, steady strokes.
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Brake suddenly carefully.
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Pump your brakes.
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Use your emergency or parking brake.
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Explanation
When driving on a wet and slippery road, remember to brake slowly, gently, and in steady strokes. If you brake hard, your tires may skid on the surface. Braking more slowly than usual may increase your stopping distance, so always remember to increase your following distance during poor weather conditions.
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