Practice question

Why is wet pavement most dangerous in the first 10 to 15 minutes after rain begins?

  1. Tires need time to warm up in cold weather
  2. Oils and fluids on the road surface rise and mix with water, creating a slippery layer
  3. Speed limits automatically drop in the first 15 minutes
  4. 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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