What is the average total stopping distance of a car traveling at 55 MPH?
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123 feet.
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256 feet.
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430 feet.
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193 feet.
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Explanation
The average stopping distance of a car traveling at 55 mph is 193 feet. This includes average braking distance plus reaction distance.
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