CDL · Tank vehicles
Which statement about the baffles in a liquid cargo tank is true?
Correct answer: They do little to reduce side-to-side surge.
Answer options
- AThey do little to reduce side-to-side surge Correct
- BThey do little to reduce front-to-back surge
- CThey prevent surge in every direction
Why
Baffles break up the forward and backward rush of the liquid, which is why baffled tanks have weaker front-to-back surge. They are not built to block movement from side to side, so that surge can still build up, especially in turns, and can roll the vehicle over.
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Topic: Tank vehicles License: CDL
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