Question 267 · Car theory test
Apart from the risk of skidding, what should the driver be aware of when driving in snow?
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Correct answer
Road signs and road markings may become obscured.
Official explanation
Road signs and road markings may become obscured by snow. If this happens, you may have difficulty reading regulatory, warning, and information signs. This is the main reason why these signs are different shapes. Drivers should pay particular attention when travelling in these conditions.
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- Poor visibility & weather
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