Question 774 in the bank

What is the main risk of approaching an intersection on a wet road?

A road reaching a T-junction; on the right a red octagonal sign with a white hand, ahead an arrow sign and black-white striped board.
  1. When it rains, there are more pedestrians.
  2. On a wet road, the road markings are concealed.
  3. Correct answer: The vehicle might skid into the area of the intersection due to the wet road.
  4. Vehicles face no risk on a wet road.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: The vehicle might skid into the area of the intersection due to the wet road.

On a wet road, tyre grip drops and braking distance gets longer. When approaching an intersection you often need to brake or stop, so the vehicle might skid into the intersection area. Slow down early, brake gently and keep a larger gap. Road markings are usually still visible, so that is not the main risk.

Topic: Safety. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Motorcycle (A), Tractor (1), Private car (B).