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Speed and Braking Distance Relationship

Q05.3 1 mark

The car was driven at a constant speed. The driver applied the maximum braking force, and the braking distance was measured.

The test was repeated at different speeds.

Figure 8 shows the results.

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Figure 8

Which of the following gives the relationship between the speed and the braking distance? Tick (✓) one box.

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  1. 1 Selects braking distance ∝ speed².