Question 348 · Car theory test
What would be the effect of overloading a vehicle with passengers or goods?
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Correct answer
It would reduce the driver’s ability to control the vehicle.
Official explanation
Overloading your vehicle will make it more difficult to control and will increase the risk of a collision.
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