Stopping Distances Flashcards
1
Q
What is the total stopping distance made up of?
A
Thinking distance and breaking distance
2
Q
What two factors affect thinking distance?
A
- the speed of the car
- the awareness of the driver
3
Q
What four factors affect breaking distance?
A
- how fast the car is going
- how good the brakes are
- what condition the tires are in
- how good the grip is
4
Q
What three factors can affect the grip of a car?
A
- road surface
- weather conditions
- tyres
5
Q
What is happens to the breaking force if a vehicle that needs to stop in a given distance is going faster?
A
A bigger breaking force is needed
