CDL · Speed
How should you take curves in a truck that has a high center of gravity?
Correct answer: Slow down, since the truck could roll over at the posted curve speed.
Answer options
- ACreep through every curve at a crawl, no matter how gentle it is
- BSlow down, since the truck could roll over at the posted curve speed Correct
- CTake each curve at the posted speed, which is safe for every vehicle
Why
The speeds posted for curves are set with ordinary vehicles in mind, and a truck whose center of gravity is high can tip over even when it travels at that speed. Slow to a safe speed under the posted one before reaching the curve, instead of keeping to the posted speed or crawling through every bend.
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Topic: Speed License: CDL
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Where it applies: Asked in every state.
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