Total stopping distance is a combination of ______________.

Question

Question: Total stopping distance is a combination of ______________.

Options:

1. Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance
2. Road surface and age
3. Tread wear and vehicle capacity
4. Time of the day and attitude of the driver

Answer 1

1. Perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance

Total stopping distance is a combination of perception distance, reaction distance, and braking distance.

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More info:

Total Stopping Distance is the sum of the perception distance, reaction distance and braking distance.

Once a driver find a need to slow down or stop, a small amount of time passes.

In short, it is the distance your vehicle travels from the time you see a hazard and press on the brake until the vehicle stops.