Ch. 6 · Hazardous Areas

Regarding steel plates at construction sites and streetcar tracks when driving on rainy days, which of the following is stated in the Rules of the Road?

[Multiple choice · Medium]

Answer: C: They are slippery and dangerous.

Explanation

The Rules of the Road states: "Steel plates at construction sites and streetcar tracks are also slippery and dangerous." These road surfaces become particularly slippery in rainy weather, so caution is required.

Driving school curriculumStage 2 – Topic 7: Driving in adverse conditions

Hikari
Hikari
Steel plates and streetcar tracks shouldn't be a big deal in the rain, right?
Misaki
Misaki
They're actually slippery and dangerous when wet. You need to be extra cautious crossing them.
Hikari
Hikari
Seriously? I thought metal would have decent grip.
Misaki
Misaki
Smooth metal becomes very slick when wet. Slow down and keep your steering steady when you cross.

Source: Ch. 6 Hazardous Areas · Section (第4節 悪天候など) · 1 雨の日の運転(4)

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