What's the minimum distance you should allow for braking when it's raining heavily?
- A The normal distance
- B Twice the normal distance
- C 3 times the normal distance
- D 5 times the normal distance
Why this is the answer
If you're travelling in heavy rain, you should be aware that it could take twice as long for you to stop as it would in dry weather. Increase your distance from the vehicle in front to allow for the longer stopping distance.
Why the other answers don't fit
- A
- The normal distance — The normal distance is the dry-weather figure, and a wet road offers less grip.
- C
- 3 times the normal distance — Three times is more than heavy rain calls for; ten times is the icy figure.
- D
- 5 times the normal distance — Five times is beyond what any rain requires.
Where this comes from
- Driving Buses and Coaches — section 7, section 8
- Driving Goods Vehicles — section 7, section 8
Rule numbers link to The Highway Code on gov.uk.
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Asked in: Lorry & Bus (LGV/PCV)
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