Question 1774 · Truck theory test
What effect can overloading a vehicle have on its road-holding?
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Correct answer
The load can make the vehicle more difficult to control.
Official explanation
Overloading your vehicle will make it more difficult to control. Remember: It's an offence to overload a vehicle.
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- Managing risk · Load Handling
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