Question 1820 · Truck theory test
What is a risk of driving an overloaded vehicle?
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Correct answer
The vehicle can become unstable.
Official explanation
The effects of overloading a vehicle include damage to the road surfaces, damage to the vehicle itself, and loss of stability in the vehicle, possibly leading to a serious incident. Overloading is against the law, punishable by fines and imprisonment.
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- Managing risk · Load Handling
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