CDL · Tank vehicles
Which statement about liquid surge in a tank vehicle is true?
Correct answer: It can change the way the vehicle handles.
Answer options
- AIt is a concern only when the road is slippery.
- BIt can change the way the vehicle handles. Correct
- CIt never happens in a tank that is loaded correctly.
Why
Liquid sloshing in a partly filled tank strikes the end of the tank and shoves the truck in the direction the wave travels. This can upset braking and steering on any surface, though the danger is greatest on slick roads.
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Topic: Tank vehicles License: CDL
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