Practice question

What is hydroplaning?

  1. Overheating brakes downhill
  2. Loss of tire contact with the road due to water buildup between tire and road surface
  3. Skidding on loose gravel
  4. Engine overheating in summer

Answer: B — Loss of tire contact with the road due to water buildup between tire and road surface

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