Practice question
Why is wet pavement most dangerous in the first 10 to 15 minutes after rain begins?
- Tires need time to warm up in cold weather
- Oils and fluids on the road surface rise and mix with water, creating a slippery layer
- Speed limits automatically drop in the first 15 minutes
- It always rains hardest in the first 15 minutes
Answer: B — Oils and fluids on the road surface rise and mix with water, creating a slippery layer
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