When the road is slippery, you should:
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Brake suddenly carefully.
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Use your emergency or parking brake.
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Press your brakes in slow, steady strokes.
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Pump your brakes.
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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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