braking distance
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brak·ing distance (brā'kĭng) 
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The distance required for a vehicle moving at a specified velocity to come to a complete stop after its brakes have been activated.
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Braking distance refers to the distance a vehicle will travel from the point where its brakes are fully applied to when it comes to a complete stop. It is affected by the original speed of the vehicle, the type of brake system in use and the coefficient of friction between its tyres and the road surface.
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