Practice question
How do strong crosswinds affect the stability and handling of a small passenger bus compared to a standard taxi?
- Buses are less affected because they are heavier
- Buses are highly sensitive to crosswinds due to their large side profile, which acts like a sail and can push the vehicle out of its lane
- Crosswinds have no effect on either vehicle if they are moving at the speed limit
- Crosswinds improve the fuel economy of the bus by pushing it forward
Answer: B — Buses are highly sensitive to crosswinds due to their large side profile, which acts like a sail and can push the vehicle out of its lane
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