Braking distance is:
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How far a vehicle will travel, in ideal conditions, while the driver is braking.
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How far a vehicle will continue to travel before the driver hits the brakes.
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The total distance a vehicle has traveled until it comes to a complete stop.
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300 feet for most vehicle types.
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Explanation
Braking distance refers to the distance your vehicle travels after you apply the brakes. Braking distance is affected by the speed at which you are traveling, the condition of your brakes and the pavement condition. Understanding the distance required to stop your vehicle is important in helping you maintain a safe following distance from the vehicle in front and choose a safe driving speed.
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