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Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 219 / 539

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Si los amortiguadores de nuestro vehículo están en mal estado, afectarán entre otros...

If our vehicle's shock absorbers are in poor condition, among other things they will affect...

  • AA la distancia de frenado, que será mayor.The braking distance, which will be longer.
  • BA la distancia de frenado, que será menor.The braking distance, which will be shorter.
  • CA la distancia de reacción.The reaction distance.
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Correct answer

  • AA la distancia de frenado, que será mayor.The braking distance, which will be longer.
Explanation

When braking with shock absorbers in poor condition, the wheels will lose contact with the road surface, reducing their grip, which will increase the braking distance.

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