FRICTION AND BRAKING

2 marks · Normal

State two factors (other than the speed of the vehicle) that can increase the thinking distance of a driver.

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Tiredness and consumption of alcohol or drugs.

Must show: two correct factors: tiredness, alcohol/drugs, distractions, or poor visibility

Also accept: Any two of: tiredness, using a mobile phone, poor visibility, alcohol consumption, drugs

Common mistakes: Listing braking or road conditions (these affect braking distance, not thinking distance)

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Marking points

B1 · 1 mark · Any valid factor: tiredness, alcohol/drugs, distractions (e.g. mobile phone), poor visibility

B2 · 1 mark · Any additional correct factor, not a repeat

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Factors are: tiredness and alcohol or drug use. Accept also poor visibility or being distracted (such as by a mobile phone).