1
Q
what are the two things the stopping distance consists of?
A
1) the thinking distance
2) the braking distance
2
Q
what does the stopping distance =
A
stopping distance = thinking distance + braking distance
3
Q
whats the main factor affecting the stopping distance of a car?
A
its speed
4
Q
name three examples of thinking distance.
A
1) intoxication
2) distractions
3) tiredness
5
Q
name three examples of breaking distance.
A
1) the condition of the vehicle
2) condition of road and weather
3) the mass of the vehicle
( a heavy vehicle takes longer to stop)
