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It can increase because of reduced grip.
It can increase as grip decreases. There is no fixed factor or universal maximum of twice the distance: tyres, road, water, speed and other factors matter. Reduce speed, increase the gap and anticipate manoeuvres. Brake in a controlled manner and avoid unnecessary abrupt movements; in an emergency, act to avoid danger.
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It always decreases because water improves braking.
Wetness never affects braking distance.
It can increase because of reduced grip.
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