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The brake pedal is pressed until the vehicle stops.
From applying the brake until the vehicle stops. It excludes the distance travelled while perceiving the hazard and reacting: that is reaction distance. Their sum is stopping distance. Braking distance depends, among other factors, on speed, grip, tyres and brake-system condition.
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The brake pedal is pressed until the vehicle stops.
The danger is perceived until the brake is pressed.
The danger is perceived until the vehicle stops.
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