What is the average total stopping distance of a tractor+trailer with hot brakes?
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430 feet.
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243 feet.
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193 feet.
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683 feet.
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Explanation
A tractor-trailer requires a longer stopping distance than an average passenger vehicle, particularly when its brakes are overheated. From the moment the driver decides to stop until the vehicle comes to a complete stop, the average stopping distance for a tractor-trailer with hot brakes is 430 feet.
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