What are the precautions for encountering rain in the third driving test?
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Here are the precautions for the third driving test in rainy weather: 1. Stop if visibility is poor: Driving in heavy rain with poor visibility is the biggest hazard. Even with the wipers on high speed, they cannot clear the rainwater on the windshield, making it impossible for the driver to see ahead. In such cases, it's best to pull over to the side of the road and wait, while turning on the hazard lights. 2. Driving through waterlogged areas: When passing through waterlogged sections, observe how other vehicles are navigating to avoid deep potholes and other obstacles. If the water level submerges the exhaust pipe, be cautious of water entering it. To prevent this, shift to a low gear before entering the water and maintain a steady, higher speed to drive straight through. After driving through waterlogged areas or in heavy rain, the brake pads may become wet, reducing braking efficiency or even causing brake failure. To address this, lightly press both the accelerator and brake pedals while driving at low speed to heat the brake pads and evaporate the moisture. 3. Navigating muddy sections: When driving through muddy areas, focus on preventing skidding and getting stuck. Always follow the tracks of the vehicle ahead. Shift to a low gear before entering the muddy section and avoid changing gears midway. 4. Brake earlier in the rain: The braking distance on wet and muddy roads can be up to three times longer than on dry roads. Therefore, brakes are not as responsive in rainy weather as in normal conditions. For safety, apply the brakes earlier than usual.