Which factor most increases the total stopping distance of a heavy vehicle compared to a car traveling at the same speed?
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Correct answer to question 14 (General Knowledge): Its greater weight, which lengthens braking distance
Why
A heavier vehicle needs more force and distance to slow down and stop, so at the same speed a loaded commercial vehicle takes considerably longer to stop than a car.
Updated: November 2026
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