What effect does towing a loaded trailer have on stopping ability?
- A It reduces the stopping distance.
- B It increases the efficiency of the brakes.
- C It has no effect on stopping distance.
- D It increases the stopping distance.
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Correct answer: It increases the stopping distance..
If you are towing a loaded trailer; you need to be aware that your braking distance could be considerably greater; depending on the weight and size of the trailer. The driver should allow for this by increasing the distance from the vehicle in front.
If you are towing a loaded trailer; you need to be aware that your braking distance could be considerably greater; depending on the weight and size of the trailer. The driver should allow for this by increasing the distance from the vehicle in front.