Stopping Distance And Reaction Time Flashcards
1
Q
How do you work out stopping distances?
A
Stopping distance = thinking distance + braking distance
2
Q
What is thinking distance?
A
Is the distance the car travels in the drivers reaction time.
It’s affected by two things.
Reaction time - drugs, tiredness, distractions
Your speed
3
Q
What is braking distance ?
A
The distance it takes to stop once brakes have been applied
It’s affected by Speed Mass of the car Condition of brakes How much friction on road and tyres
4
Q
Describe a practical on measure reaction times.
A
Use a ruler drop Test dropping off the table and measure the time taken
