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After heavy rain, water covers a low part of the road ahead, and you cannot tell how deep it is. What should you do?
Blue A approaches a flooded low section of a two-lane road after heavy rain. Water hides the road surface and its depth is unknown. There is no leading vehicle, selected stop marker or turn route.
Correct answer: Turn around, and use another route to reach your destination.
Why
Water can hide a washed-out road, and even shallow water can make the tires lose grip. To avoid hydroplaning, slow down in the rain and when the road has puddles.
Verified against South Dakota Driver License Manual · Flooded roadways · p. 50
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