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Rain makes the road most slippery:
- A.After hours of steady rain
- B.Just after the rain begins, when water mixes with oil on the pavement
- C.Only during a thunderstorm
- D.Rain never affects traction
Correct answer
B. Just after the rain begins, when water mixes with oil on the pavement
Why
Pavement is often most slippery just after rain begins, when water mixes with oil and dirt on the surface. Slow down and increase following distance at the start of a rain shower.
Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 10: Special Driving Conditions · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-172).