What driving adjustment is most important when crossing a bridge or overpass in freezing conditions?
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Correct answer to question 259 (General Knowledge): Treat it as more likely to be icy than the road surrounding it, since bridges freeze first
Why
Bridges and overpasses lose heat from both the top and bottom, so they freeze before the surrounding roadway and should be treated as likely icy even if the road looks clear.
Updated: November 2026