Question

if you see raindrops splashing on the surface of the road or if you are forced to drive through a puddle or standing water, ________.
use evasive steering and acceleration to increase traction

brake hard and steer aggressively

avoid hard braking and overly aggressive steering

signal your intention to stop by pumping your brakes

Explanation:

When driving in wet conditions (raindrops splashing, puddles, standing water), hard braking or aggressive steering can cause loss of traction (hydroplaning or skidding). Evasive steering/acceleration (first option) is wrong as it risks losing control. Braking hard/steering aggressively (second option) is dangerous. Pumping brakes (fourth option) is outdated advice for anti - lock brakes (modern cars) and not the right response here. The correct approach is to avoid hard braking and overly aggressive steering to maintain control.

Answer:

C. avoid hard braking and overly aggressive steering