CDL · Tank vehicles
Baffles are installed in a liquid tank. Which type of surge do they still leave largely uncontrolled?
Correct answer: Side-to-side surge.
Answer options
- AFront-to-back surge
- BFront-to-back and side-to-side surge alike
- CSide-to-side surge Correct
Why
Baffles are crosswise walls with openings that slow the liquid as it rushes toward the front or rear of the tank. They do little to keep it from sloshing sideways, so side-to-side surge, which can lead to a rollover, still occurs.
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Topic: Tank vehicles License: CDL
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