Stopping distance Flashcards
1
Q
What is stopping distance?
A
The total distance travelled by a car during the time it takes to stop for an emergency
2
Q
What is the formula for stopping distance?
A
Stopping distance = braking distance + thinking distance
3
Q
What is thinking distance?
A
The distance travelled in time it takes the driver to react to an emergency and prepare to stop
4
Q
What is reaction time?
A
A measure of how much time passes between seeing something and reacting to it
5
Q
What factors can influence reaction time?
A
-Tiredness
-Distractions
-Intoxication
6
Q
What factors can influence thinking distance?
A
-Reaction time of driver
-Speed of the car
7
Q
What is braking distance?
A
The distance travelled under the braking force in meters
