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Massachusetts Class D Learner's Permit Exam
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Why can a bridge or overpass become icy before nearby ordinary roadway?
Correct answer: The deck lacks the ground insulation beneath ordinary roadway.
Why
A bridge or overpass lacks the insulating ground directly beneath ordinary pavement, so it can freeze before nearby road surfaces. Slow down before a potentially icy area and use smooth controls; a wet-looking surface may already be slippery.
Verified against Massachusetts Driver’s Manual · Winter driving · p. 56
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