The distance travelled by a vehicle before it comes to a complete stop after the brake is applied is equal to:
A
Direct distance
B
Reaction distance
C
Braking distance
D
Sum of direct, reaction and braking distance
Correct Option:
D
Explanation
A vehicle does not stop immediately when a hazard is noticed. The driver first perceives the hazard, then reacts and applies the brake, after which the vehicle travels its braking distance. Therefore, complete stopping distance includes the perception/reaction component and the braking component, corresponding to the combined-distance option.
