How should the driver react if the brake pedal vibrates during emergency braking in a vehicle equipped with ABS?

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The correct answer is to continue pressing the brake pedal fully without releasing it. The vibration in the pedal is a normal sign that the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) has engaged. The system works by modulating brake pressure multiple times per second to prevent the wheels from locking up, allowing the driver to maintain steering control. If the driver is startled by the vibration and releases the pedal or attempts to 'pump' the brakes, the ABS will deactivate, increasing the braking distance and causing a loss of steering ability to avoid obstacles.

How should the driver react if the brake pedal vibrates during emergency braking in a vehicle equipped with ABS?

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