Where does aquaplaning typically occur?

Aquaplaning typically occurs on wet roads during rain or floods, which makes option B the correct choice. This phenomenon happens when a layer of water builds up between the tires of a vehicle and the surface of the road, leading to a loss of traction. When the water depth exceeds that which the tires can effectively displace, the vehicle can lose contact with the road, resulting in skidding or sliding out of control.

Wet surfaces, especially during heavy rainfall or in flood conditions, reduce the tires' grip on the road, making aquaplaning particularly dangerous. Roads can become slick and hazardous when water accumulates, impacting a driver’s ability to steer and stop effectively.

Other scenarios mentioned, like dry roads, would not contribute to aquaplaning since there is no water present to create the slippage. Similarly, in construction zones or on ice-covered roads, different driving hazards exist, such as loose gravel or reduced traction due to ice, but these do not specifically relate to the conditions required for aquaplaning to occur. Thus, for aquaplaning, the presence of water on the road is essential, making wet roads during rain or floods the right context for this driving hazard.