Driving SafelyQuestion 50 of 60
How does wet or slippery pavement affect a loaded tank vehicle?
a.It shortens the stopping distance
b.It has no effect on a heavy tanker
c.It makes the tank lighter
d.It increases stopping distance and the risk of skidding
Explanation
Wet, icy, or slippery roads reduce traction, so it takes longer to stop and skids become more likely. A heavy, top-heavy tanker with surging liquid is even harder to control on slick surfaces. Drivers should slow down and increase following distance in poor conditions.
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