Michigan State Brakes Certification Practice Exam

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What would be the expected outcome of an inoperative ABS pump/motor assembly?

Brakes will automatically engage
Conventional braking should still be available
Vehicle cannot be driven at all
Braking distance will decrease significantly

The correct answer is: Conventional braking should still be available

When the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) pump/motor assembly is inoperative, the primary functionality that is lost is the anti-lock feature, which helps to prevent wheel lock-up during hard braking. However, conventional braking will still function normally. This means that the driver can still brake the vehicle effectively using the standard hydraulic brake system, though they may need to exercise more care to avoid wheel lock-up during rapid deceleration. The other outcomes suggested do not accurately represent the situation. While the vehicle's braking performance might be impacted in terms of stability during hard stops, the basic brakes remain operational, allowing for safe vehicle operation under most conditions. Therefore, it is important for a driver to be aware that while ABS is a valuable feature for maintaining control during braking, the absence of ABS does not render the braking system inoperative, just that it won't provide the added safety benefits in emergency situations.