The braking distance with an icy road will be...
A)Up to 2 times greater than if it is dry.
B)Up to 10 times greater than if it is dry.Correct
C)The condition of the road does not affect the braking distance.
The braking distance is the distance traveled by the vehicle from the moment the driver applies the brake until the vehicle comes to a stop. This distance can vary depending on the following factors:
- The speed at which one is driving.
- The condition of the tires, suspension and brakes of the vehicle.
- The vehicle's load.
- The condition of the pavement.
- The weather conditions on the road.
The braking distance increases up to twice as much when the road is wet and up to 10 times more with ice or snow.
- The speed at which one is driving.
- The condition of the tires, suspension and brakes of the vehicle.
- The vehicle's load.
- The condition of the pavement.
- The weather conditions on the road.
The braking distance increases up to twice as much when the road is wet and up to 10 times more with ice or snow.