What do service brake and brake pedal mean?

[Jess]

Service brake usually refers to the foot brake or hand brake of a car, commonly known as the brake. The service brake allows for anticipatory stopping, which is a commonly used method. Anticipatory stopping means consciously determining the desired stopping position in advance, first by giving the vehicle a deceleration process, and then bringing the car to a smooth stop at the intended location. The brake pedal, as the name suggests, is the pedal that restricts power, i.e., the pedal of the foot brake (service brake), used for decelerating and stopping. During driving, the service brake (foot brake) is generally used, making it convenient to decelerate and stop while moving forward. The parking brake not only keeps the car stationary but also serves as a backup if the service brake fails. Once the car comes to a complete stop, the parking brake (hand brake) should be used to prevent the vehicle from sliding forward or rolling backward.