GDL Adverse Weather and Road Conditions 2

Question 1

Which of the following is the greatest danger of driving on roads covered with leaves in autumn?

Accepted Answer

Wet leaves can be as slippery as ice

Answer

Leaves improve traction by cushioning the tires

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Leaves are only dangerous if they are dry

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Leaf debris has no effect on braking distance

Question 2

A new GDL driver is approaching a flooded road section. What should they do?

Accepted Answer

Turn around and find an alternate route

Answer

Drive through slowly to gauge depth

Answer

Speed through quickly to avoid water damage

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Follow another vehicle closely through the water

Question 3

How much can wet pavement increase a vehicle's stopping distance compared to dry pavement?

Accepted Answer

About 50–100%

Answer

About 25%

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Less than 10%

Answer

There is no measurable difference

Question 4

When driving in heavy rain, a GDL driver should:

Accepted Answer

Slow down and turn on headlights

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Use high beams to improve forward visibility

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Turn off windshield wipers to avoid distraction

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Increase speed to reduce time in the rain

Question 5

Bridges and overpasses freeze before regular road sections because:

Accepted Answer

Air can cool them from both above and below

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They receive more direct sunlight

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They are built with thinner pavement

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Salt trucks avoid bridges to prevent corrosion

Question 6

What does 'reduced traction' mean for a GDL driver in snowy conditions?

Accepted Answer

Tires have less grip on the road, making steering and braking less effective

Answer

The engine produces less horsepower in cold weather

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Four-wheel drive makes snow driving as safe as dry pavement

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Only acceleration is affected, not braking

Question 7

When a GDL driver's car begins to skid on slippery pavement, the correct response is to:

Accepted Answer

Steer in the direction of the skid while easing off the gas

Answer

Brake hard and hold the wheel straight

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Steer in the opposite direction of the skid

Answer

Shift into neutral immediately