Which of the following is true about roadways on bridges and overpasses in cold, wet weather?
|
They tend to freeze after the rest of the road does.
|
|
|
They stay warmer because they are elevated.
|
|
|
They tend to freeze before the rest of the road does.
|
|
|
They do not freeze because they are made of concrete.
|
Explanation
Bridges and overpasses are exposed to colder air both above and below, causing them to freeze faster than the rest of the road. Always exercise caution and reduce speed when driving on these surfaces during cold, wet weather, as they can remain icy even after other roads have cleared.
Answer Statistics
🟢 This question is easy — 8.8% of our users get this question wrong.
Other questions in the same category: Winter Driving Techniques
If the rear of your vehicle is skidding to the left, you should:Drivers must stay at least _______ behind a snowplow with its red or amber lights on.What is the most difficult season in which to drive?When driving on a slippery surface such as snow or ice:When driving in snow, using your cruise control is safe as long as you decrease your speed.When freezing rain or snow begin to fall ________________ will freeze first.You should add antifreeze washer fluid:Roads freeze more quickly when they are:Roads freeze quickly when they are:If you find yourself in a skid:
This question appears in the following DMV practice tests: