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Weather and visibilityQuestion 347 of 424

How much longer can stopping distances be on ice or snow than on dry roads?

  1. About one and a half times longer
  2. About three times longer
  3. Up to ten times longer
  4. About twice as long
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Correct answer: Up to ten times longer

On ice and snow, you need up to ten times the dry distance to stop. Leave a big gap to the vehicle in front.

Source: The Highway Code (Department for Transport, GOV.UK), Driving in adverse weather conditions (226 to 237), Rule 230

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026