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Calling all nerds- MATH QUESTION related to speeding

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Can someone tell me the formula to use to equate speed in MPH to how many feet it will take in stopping distance? Thanks in advance
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I found this online, I think it's right. I can't really remember from math or drivers ed class, but this seems to be right. The "20" is the "think time" in case you were wondering.

This is where I found it.

x*x / 20 + x = Overall stopping distance in feet

x=speed

So say you're going...30..

30*30/20+30=75 ft.

Someone let me know if I am wrong.
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hey now....

it's not like i did it out on my own. I asked jeeves! JEEVES IS THE DORK NOT ME! :oops:
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