Too high pressure in the lorry tyres:

Explanation

Correct answer: may lengthen the braking distance of the vehicle.

Excessive tyre pressure causes the tyre to make contact with the road surface over a smaller area, primarily with the central part of the tread. The reduced contact area limits the vehicle's grip, which in turn leads to reduced braking effectiveness and an extended braking distance.

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