What should a driver do where a section of road ahead has a shallow flooded area?

  1. Increase speed and use a higher gear.
  2. Decrease speed and use a higher gear.
  3. Drive in a low gear as slowly as possible keeping the revs high.
  4. Use a high gear and maintain the same speed keeping the engine revs low.

Correct Answer

Drive in a low gear as slowly as possible keeping the revs high.

Explanation: When approaching a stretch of road with shallow flooding; reduce speed and assess the area for any danger. When driving through surface water; drive in a low gear as slowly as possible keeping the revs high to avoid stalling.

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