Stopping Distance. Flashcards
1
Q
Name 3 factors that affect thinking distance
A
Drugs intake, Alcohol intake and Tiredness.
2
Q
Name 3 factors that affect braking distance
A
Speed, Worn brakes and weather conditions.
3
Q
Does bad visibility affect thinking distance?
A
No. It may mean that a driver does not notice the hazard until he is closer, but it does not affect thinking distance.
4
Q
Does a careless attitude affect thinking distance?
A
Yes.
5
Q
Stopping distance is…
A
The distance covered by a vehicle between the driver spotting a hazard, and coming to a complete stop.
