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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Usually 50 feet.
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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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Explanation
Braking distance indicates how far a vehicle will travel while the driver is braking. This distance varies depending on the weather conditions and on the speed of the vehicle. If drivers double their speed, the braking distance and impact are four times greater.
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