Practice question

Why is it dangerous to drive a commercial truck with dual rear tyres if one of the tyres in a dual set is flat?

The vehicle will consume less diesel
The remaining tyre carries double the designed weight load, causing extreme heat buildup, rapid structural failure, and potential tyre fire
The flat tyre will generate electricity for the headlights
Dual tyres are designed to run on one tyre permanently

Answer: B — The remaining tyre carries double the designed weight load, causing extreme heat buildup, rapid structural failure, and potential tyre fire

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