Thinking Distance Flashcards

1
Q

What two main factors affect thinking distance?

A

How fast you’re going

Your reaction time

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How fast you’re going -

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Whatever your reaction time, the faster you’re going, the further you’ll go

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Your reaction time -

A

Affected by things like tiredness, drugs, alcohol and old age
Inexperience

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4
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What is the thinking distance?

A

The distance the car travels in the time between the driver noticing the hazard and applying the brakes

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