Practice question

Why is a diesel spillage on the road particularly dangerous for motorcyclists?

  1. Diesel fumes impair the rider's concentration
  2. Diesel reduces tyre grip to near zero even when the road appears dry, causing sudden and unpredictable loss of traction
  3. Diesel can ignite from a hot exhaust
  4. Diesel causes rapid tyre wear

Answer: B — Diesel reduces tyre grip to near zero even when the road appears dry, causing sudden and unpredictable loss of traction

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