The aquaplaning phenomenon causes the loss of control over the steering of the motor vehicle and occurs when a layer of water on the carriageway prevents the tyre from making direct contact with the road surface. In such conditions, the maneuverability of the vehicle becomes almost impossible. Aquaplaning usually occurs when two factors combine: a carriageway covered with water over extended surfaces and a high speed of the vehicle. To prevent this phenomenon, it is essential that the tyres are in good condition and that the travel speed is reduced.
Aquaplaning is not related to accelerated tyre wear. On the contrary, worn tyres favour the occurrence of aquaplaning because they can no longer evacuate water efficiently. Therefore, aquaplaning is an effect of worn tyres, not a cause of their wear.
Gravel (the crushed stone used in roadworks) is not involved in the aquaplaning phenomenon. Spraying with gravel can be a problem in other contexts, but it is not a consequence of aquaplaning.
The correct answer is: B
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