Practice question

What is the primary physical effect that causes a road tanker carrying liquids to behave unstably during heavy braking or sudden cornering?

  1. Air drag behind the vehicle
  2. The surge (sloshing) movement of the liquid cargo inside the tank
  3. The expansion of tires due to heat
  4. The friction of the drive shaft

Answer: B — The surge (sloshing) movement of the liquid cargo inside the tank

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