Question 1446 · Truck theory test
What effect will driving in heavy rain have on the braking distance of your vehicle?
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Correct answer
Increase the braking distance.
Official explanation
A wet road surface does not give your tyres the same level of grip as a dry surface resulting in taking longer to stop your vehicle on a wet road.
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- Control of vehicle · Braking
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