Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) Practice Exam

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What type of tire marks can help establish the minimum vehicle speed?

Track Marks
Imprint Marks
Skid Marks
Drift Marks

The correct answer is: Skid Marks

Skid marks are crucial in determining the minimum speed of a vehicle at the time of braking or collision. These marks occur when a vehicle's tires lose traction with the road surface while the vehicle is in motion and the brakes are applied. The length of the skid marks can be measured to calculate the speed at which the vehicle was traveling prior to braking. The physics behind this involves understanding the relationship between the skid distance, the coefficient of friction of the road surface, and the initial speed of the vehicle. By applying appropriate formulas, investigators can estimate the vehicle’s speed at the start of the skid. In contrast, the other types of tire marks, such as track marks, imprint marks, and drift marks, do not provide reliable data for calculating speed. Track marks are indicative of the tire’s path but do not convey speed information. Imprint marks indicate the tread patterns on the surface, while drift marks are associated with vehicles that are cornering or sliding sideways. Thus, while they can provide context about vehicle dynamics, they do not serve the direct purpose of establishing minimum speed.