Question 7995
Does the condition of the tires affect braking distance?
- Yes; tires in good condition grip the road better, so the vehicle brakes better.
- No; braking distance depends only on the condition of the brakes.
- It only does when the tread depth is less than 1.6 millimeters.
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Correct answer: Yes; tires in good condition grip the road better, so the vehicle brakes better.
Yes. The brakes stop the wheels, but the tires' grip on the asphalt is what stops the car. A worn, old, or improperly inflated tire has less grip and increases braking distance, even if it still has more than 1.6 mm of tread.