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The average stopping distance of a car traveling at 65 mph on dry, level pavement is

Correct answer

  • 265 feet.
  • 344 feet.
  • 195 feet.

Explanation

The stopping distance of a vehicle is the sum of the driver's perception distance, the driver's reaction distance, and the vehicle's braking distance. The average stopping distance of a car traveling at 65 mph on dry, level pavement is 344 feet. (The length of a football field including the two end zones is 360 feet.) The stopping distance can increase significantly under poor driving conditions.

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