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Lane Position, Following & Intersections

A yellow diamond-shaped sign with a black image of a car leaving two wavy skid lines behind it means:

  • A.The road is closed ahead
  • B.The pavement is slippery when wet
  • C.A sharp curve is ahead
  • D.Trucks must use a lower gear
Correct answer

B. The pavement is slippery when wet

Why

A yellow diamond is a warning sign, and the skidding-car symbol warns that the pavement is slippery when wet. Slow down, avoid sudden braking or steering, and increase your following distance on wet surfaces.

Manual topic: NY Motorcycle Operator's Manual (MV-21MC) - Road Signs - Warning Signs · From the New York Motorcycle Permit practice bank (NYM-032).

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