How should you brake in a bus equipped with ABS brakes?

Applying the brakes as usual when driving a bus equipped with ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) is the appropriate method because ABS is designed to prevent wheel lock-up during hard braking. This technology allows the driver to maintain steering control while braking in situations where traction is limited.

With ABS, the system automatically modulates brake pressure during an emergency stop, preventing the wheels from locking up. Therefore, the driver should firmly press the brake pedal without pumping it or trying to modulate the pressure manually. This will enable the ABS to function effectively, ensuring maximum stopping power and maintaining control of the vehicle.

Considering the other options, rapidly pumping the brakes could lead to the wheels locking up, which defeats the purpose of having ABS. Applying and releasing the brakes before coming to a stop isn’t necessary with ABS, as the system takes care of maintaining traction. Lastly, there is no need to engage the ABS control system separately; it becomes active automatically when necessary. Thus, the correct approach is to simply apply the brakes as usual, allowing the ABS to do its job.