Question 54
Stopping distance is the distance a vehicle travels…
- During the time between the driver reacting and pressing the brake pedal.
- From when the driver perceives a hazard until the vehicle stops.
- From when the driver brakes until the vehicle stops.
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Correct answer: From when the driver perceives a hazard until the vehicle stops.
Stopping distance includes the entire distance traveled from the moment a hazard is perceived until the vehicle comes to a complete stop. It therefore includes both reaction and braking.