Practice question

Why should trailer height be slightly lower than the fifth wheel during coupling?

  1. So the fifth wheel lifts the trailer and the kingpin seats
  2. So the kingpin rides over the jaws
  3. So no visual check is needed
  4. So landing gear carries the load during travel

Answer: A — So the fifth wheel lifts the trailer and the kingpin seats

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