Practice question

What is the primary danger when driving through deep standing water (inundaciones / vados de agua)?

Water entering the air intake can cause hydraulic lock (hidrobloqueo), instantly destroying internal engine pistons and connecting rods, and wet brake pads lose friction temporarily
Tire rubber dissolves in water
The car's FM radio stops working permanently
Water turns gasoline into diesel fuel

Answer: A — Water entering the air intake can cause hydraulic lock (hidrobloqueo), instantly destroying internal engine pistons and connecting rods, and wet brake pads lose friction temporarily

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