Practice question

What are 'tar snakes' (bitumen seal strips) on asphalt roads and why do they pose a hazard to motorcycles in hot weather?

Desert snakes attracted to road heat
Rubberized bitumen sealant used to fill road cracks; they become extremely soft and slippery in hot sunlight, causing tyre squirm and sudden loss of lean traction
Speed bumps painted black
Underground electrical wiring pipes

Answer: B — Rubberized bitumen sealant used to fill road cracks; they become extremely soft and slippery in hot sunlight, causing tyre squirm and sudden loss of lean traction

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