Practice question

What is a TIR cord (TIR cable) and why is it used on international transport vehicles?

  1. A high-strength bungee cord used to tie down tarpaulins
  2. A plastic-coated steel wire rope passed through curtain eyelets to secure the load compartment for customs sealing
  3. A heavy-duty chain used to tow broken-down trucks
  4. A cable that connects the trailer brakes to the cab electrics

Answer: B — A plastic-coated steel wire rope passed through curtain eyelets to secure the load compartment for customs sealing

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