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Are the reaction distance and braking distance the same thing?

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No.

The braking distance is the distance travelled by our vehicle from the moment we press the brake until it comes to a complete stop, and it is a mechanical matter that depends, among other things, on the speed and condition of the vehicle. The reaction distance, on the other hand, is defined as the distance travelled by the vehicle during the reaction time and depends on the driver's state of mind, physical condition and external factors. In this case, it is a biological matter that depends on the driver and not the vehicle.

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