A tanker driver accelerates quickly from a stop with a tank that is one-third full of liquid. What handling problem is MOST likely to occur?

A tanker driver accelerates quickly from a

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AThe brakes automatically engage to compensate for the weight shift
BThe engine overheats because surge restricts exhaust flow
CRearward surge shifts weight to the back, reducing front-axle traction and steering control
DThe rear axle lifts off the road because of forward surge

✓ Correct answer: C. Rearward surge shifts weight to the back, reducing front-axle traction and steering control During rapid acceleration, liquid surges toward the rear of the tank; this weight shift reduces load on the front axle, causing reduced steering effectiveness — a key hazard the CDL manual identifies.

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