Practice question

What is the function of the 'Tire Pressure Monitoring System' (TPMS / RDKS) legally mandated on modern passenger coaches?

It inflates the tires with water when driving fast
Sensors inside the wheels continuously monitor tire air pressure and temperature, alerting the driver immediately via dashboard warnings if pressure drops, preventing tire blowouts and fire hazards
It changes the tire tread pattern dynamically
It cleans the wheels with pressurized steam

Answer: B — Sensors inside the wheels continuously monitor tire air pressure and temperature, alerting the driver immediately via dashboard warnings if pressure drops, preventing tire blowouts and fire hazards

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