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Stopping distance at 40 mph?
Stopping distance at 40mph = 36m
If you are in a good mental and physical condition what is your vehicle's reaction distance when traveling at 40mph?
At 40 mph, a driver's reaction time is typically around 1.5 seconds. During this time, a vehicle travels approximately 88 feet, which is the distance covered while the driver perceives a need to stop and begins to react. Therefore, the total stopping distance will include this reaction distance plus the braking distance, which can vary based on road conditions and vehicle type. Overall, the total distance to stop from 40 mph can be around 120-150 feet, depending on these factors.
Why does the engine cut out when braking to slow down after the cars gone over 40mph doesn't do it on slower driving?
its the trany going out.
What should happen when a speed increase with the distance between cars?
When speed increases with the distance between cars, there is a greater risk of accidents due to reduced reaction time and increased stopping distance. Drivers may not be able to brake in time if the distance is too large, leading to rear-end collisions or other accidents. It is important to maintain a safe following distance to allow for proper reaction time in case of sudden stops or changes in traffic.
What is the typical overall stopping distance at 40mph?
120ft.I discovered a formula for calculating it for any given speed. I've tested it for 20mph, 30mph,40mph,50mph,60mph and 70mph. The formula is as follows:overall stopping distance in ft = Sp x (1 + Sp/20).Where Sp is the magnitude of the speed in mph.So at 40mph it is:40 x (1 + 40/20) = 50 x (1 + 2) = 40 x 3 = 120ft.
Perception distance plus reaction distance plus braking distance is called?
Stopping Sight Distance
What is your vehicle reaction distance when travelling at 40 mph?
The vehicle's reaction distance depends on the driver's reaction time.
If a car traveling 40mph requires 150ft to stop find the stopping distance for a car traveling 80mph?
You can use a ratio here, say 40mph/150ft = 80mph/xft then cross multiply: 40x = 150 * 80 40x = 12000 x = 300
What is a vehicle's reaction distance?
Reaction distance is the distance a vehicle will travel before the operator can react to what is observed. This distance will vary depending on the speed of the vehicle. The reaction distance is actually the reaction time of the operator.
What is reaction distance?
reaction distance is the distance travelled from the time you see and analyze a threat, to the time you actually physically react.
How can one determine the stopping distance of a car?
The stopping distance of a car can be determined by considering the car's speed, reaction time of the driver, and the braking distance required to come to a complete stop. The stopping distance is the sum of the reaction distance (distance traveled during the driver's reaction time) and the braking distance (distance traveled while the brakes are applied). It can be calculated using the formula: Stopping distance Reaction distance Braking distance.
How does reaction time affect reaction distance?
Because it you a slow reactionist, then it effects the time when you do react. For example, a car is coming at you and you react quickly. You reaction distance will be better that when you react a couple seconds later.
