Chapter 5 - Accelaration, Using Gears, Braking And Steering Flashcards
1
Q
When is a moving vehicle most stable?
A
When its weight is evenly distributed, its engine is just pulling without increasing road speed, and it’s travelling in a straight line.
2
Q
What is tyre grip shared between?
A
Accelerating, braking and steering forces.
3
Q
During acceleration…
A
The rear tyres gain grip and the front tyres loose grip.
4
Q
During deceleration…
A
The rear tyres loose grip and the front tyres gain grip.
5
Q
What is the safe stopping distance rule?
A
Always drive so that you can stop safely within the distance you see to be clear on your own side of the road.
6
Q
How do you work out the overall safe stopping distance?
A
Thinking Distance + Braking Distance = Stopping Distance
