Stopping Distances

Question 1

Thinking Distance

Answer 1

Thinking Distance : This is the distance travelled between driver realising he needs to brake and him actually braking to slow down a vehicle.

Question 2

Braking Distance

Answer 2

Braking distance : The braking distance is the distance taken to stop once the brakes are applied to the vehicle.

Question 3

Stopping Distance

Answer 3

Stopping Distance : this is the thinking distance + the braking distance

Question 4

Think Distance affected by.

Answer 4

Thinking Distance can be affected by, a greater speed, tiredness, alcohol and drugs, distractions.

Question 5

Braking Distance Affected By

Answer 5

Braking distance can be increased by, a greater speed, poor road conditions, or car conditions.