If you drive too fast on a wet road:
|
Your tires may start to glide over the water.
|
|
|
Other drivers will consider you an aggressive driver.
|
|
|
Your ability to judge speed will be impaired.
|
|
|
Your stopping distance will decrease.
|
Explanation
On wet roads, if you travel at high speeds your vehicle’s tires may start to glide over the water and lose traction with the surface of the road. Should this happen, ease your foot off the gas pedal, try to keep the wheels straight, and avoid turning if not in case of an emergency. Don't try to stop or turn until your tires are gripping the road again.
Answer Statistics
🟡 This question is moderately difficult — 28% of our users answer it incorrectly.
Other questions in the same category: Safe Driving on Slippery Roads
When the road is slippery, drivers should _________ their following distance.In a heavy rain, tires can ride on a thin film of water, without touching the road. This is called:If the road is wet from a heavy rain, you should:If a vehicle starts to skid on water the driver should quickly apply the brakes.If there is a deep puddle in the road ahead, drivers should:To prevent skidding on slippery surfaces, drivers should:When driving on slippery surfaces, pumping the brakes when you want to slow down:In a heavy rain, tires can ride on a thin film of water, without touching the road. This is called:When driving on a wet road:The best way to avoid loss of control in wet conditions is pump your brakes.
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: