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What should you do about puddles and standing water on the road?
- A.Ride through the deepest part to clean your tires
- B.Slow down and avoid standing water when you safely can, since it can hide hazards and reduce traction
- C.Accelerate so the tires skim over the top
- D.Brake hard in the middle of the puddle
Correct answer
B. Slow down and avoid standing water when you safely can, since it can hide hazards and reduce traction
Why
Standing water can hide potholes and debris and can reduce traction or cause hydroplaning. Slow down and go around it when that can be done safely.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) / DPS Motorcycle Program - Road Surfaces · From the Texas Motorcycle Permit practice bank (TXM-049).