CDL · Speed
How does an empty truck's stopping distance compare with that of a fully loaded one?
Correct answer: The empty truck needs more distance to stop.
Answer options
- ABoth trucks need the same distance to stop.
- BThe empty truck needs more distance to stop. Correct
- CThe empty truck needs less distance to stop.
Why
A heavy truck's brakes, tires, springs and shock absorbers are designed to work best under a full load. Without that weight the truck has less traction, so it needs a longer distance to come to a stop.
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Topic: Speed License: CDL
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