Question Grabbing at the front brake or jamming down on the rear brake: Answers Can cause the brakes to lock. Is the best way to stop in an emergency. Is the best way to slow down when the streets are wet. Explanation Grabbing at the front brake or jamming down on the rear brake can cause the brakes to lock. This may result in control problems. Take a FREE Practice Test Now This questions appears in the following tests: California Practice Test