EmergenciesQuestion 336 of 412

Which road condition makes hydroplaning more likely, most of all at high speed?

  1. Dry gravel
  2. Light fog
  3. Frost on the windows
  4. Standing water on the road
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Correct answer: Standing water on the road

A film of water on the road lifts the tires, and a high speed makes it more likely.

Source: Learn to Drive Smart (ICBC, 2026), Chapter 8, Emergency strategies: Rain, page 120

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026