When your cargo tank has baffles, what handling effect do you expect?
Answer: A
There will be less front-to-back surge than there is in tanks without baffles.
Baffles in liquid tanks help to prevent liquids from quickly moving from back to front when braking and front to back on acceleration. Sloshing from side to side is still possible during turns so it is important to understand how the center of gravity can change if turning too quickly on a corner.
Source: Arkansas CDL Manual
All choices
- AThere will be less front-to-back surge than there is in tanks without baffles.
- BThere will be less side-to-side surge than there is in tanks without baffles.
- CThere will be more low surge than quick surge.
Arkansas CDL Tanker Test Info
Questions on Exam
20
Passing Score
80%
Time Limit
Typically 30 minutes; varies by testing location
Age Requirements
Intrastate: 18+ · Interstate: 21+
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