Practice question

Why are painted road markings (white lines, pedestrian stripes, directional arrows) hazardous for motorcyclists in Bahrain when wet or dusty?

The paint contains magnetic particles that steer the motorcycle off course
Thermoplastic road paint has a much smoother texture than asphalt, becoming as slick as ice when wet or covered in fine dust
The paint causes the engine to stall
Paint reflects sunlight into the fuel tank

Answer: B — Thermoplastic road paint has a much smoother texture than asphalt, becoming as slick as ice when wet or covered in fine dust

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