When is jack-knifing most likely to occur?
- A When the trailer springs are over-greased.
- B When travelling sideways across a slope.
- C When travelling uphill.
- D When trying to reduce speed sharply while travelling downhill.
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Correct answer: When trying to reduce speed sharply while travelling downhill..
Towing a trailer or caravan dramatically reduces the stability of the towing vehicle. If a driver brakes sharply or slows down quickly; the trailer may pivot around the tow hitch coupling; causing both vehicles to go off course; and possibly overturn.
Towing a trailer or caravan dramatically reduces the stability of the towing vehicle. If a driver brakes sharply or slows down quickly; the trailer may pivot around the tow hitch coupling; causing both vehicles to go off course; and possibly overturn.