Why is glare from a low winter sun especially dangerous?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. It can hide hazards and signals
- Step 1: Low sun shines straight into the eyes. Step 2. Lower the sun visor, slow down and increase your gap. Answer: It can hide hazards and signals. Why not the others: It heats the tyres and reduces their grip: sun glare does not change tyre grip. It lowers the fuel use and makes the engine race: fuel use is not affected by glare. It makes the road surface slippery for oncoming cars: glare does not alter the road surface.
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