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Safe drivingQuestion 178 of 229

Which part of a road tends to freeze before the rest?

  1. Wide straight roads
  2. Roads with a lot of sun
  3. Roads near an intersection
  4. Bridges and overpasses
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Correct answer: Bridges and overpasses

Bridges and overpasses can have icy spots when the rest of the road is clear. Shade from trees or buildings also hides ice.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 8. Safe Driving: Slippery Roads, page 61

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026