Roadway mirages are formed when:
A)the warm air above the hood of your car bends light from the sky, making the road appear wet
B)a layer of cold air above the road bends light from the sky, making it look like there is a puddle on the road
C)a layer of warm air above the road bends light from the sky, making it look like there is a puddle on the road
D)a layer of cold air above the road bends light from the road so it looks wet when it is actually dry
E)a layer of warm air above the road bends light from the road so it looks wet when it is actually dry

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Roadway mirages are formed when there is a layer of warm air above the road that bends light from the sky, making it look like there is a puddle on the road. This is because the warm air refracts or bends the light differently than the cooler air above it, creating a distorted image.

Roadway Mirages Are Formed When