When speed increases, the stopping distance...
Human factor: Reaction, braking, and stopping
Explanation
The **stopping distance** is the space a vehicle travels from the moment the driver detects an obstacle until the vehicle comes to a complete stop. This distance is composed of two parts: the **reaction distance** and the **braking distance**.
- The **braking distance** is the space the vehicle travels from the moment the brake is applied until it comes to a complete stop. This distance increases with the **speed** of the vehicle. That is, the faster the vehicle is going, the more space it will need to stop.
Therefore, as speed increases, the stopping distance also **increases**. This is because a higher speed increases the braking distance, and consequently, the total stopping distance.
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