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Factors Affecting Stopping Distance

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Factors Affecting Thinking Distance

Several factors affect thinking distance. Some examples are:

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Tiredness

  • Tired drivers will react more slowly in an emergency.
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Distractions

  • Distractions will cause a driver to react more slowly in an emergency.
    • Examples include mobile phones or small children.
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Drugs or alcohol

  • Drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol will react more slowly in an emergency.

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