Braking distance is:
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The total distance a vehicle travels until it comes to a complete stop.
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The distance a vehicle travels from the time a driver sees a hazard until the driver applies the brakes.
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The distance a vehicle travels, in ideal conditions, while the driver is braking.
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The distance a vehicle travels from the time the driver sees a hazard until the hazard disappears from view.
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Explanation
Braking distance is the distance your vehicle travels after you apply the brakes. Braking distance depends on several factors, including vehicle speed, the condition of the brakes, the type of road surface, and the condition of the tires. Braking distance is only a part of the total stopping distance, which also includes the distance traveled from the time a driver sees a hazard and recognizes the need to stop, until the driver applies the brakes.
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