Class 3 Commercial Driver Practice · Question
What is the primary purpose of a tie-down strap when securing cargo on a flatbed straight truck?
Tie-downs are essential components of cargo securement, designed explicitly to resist forces that could cause cargo movement, such as acceleration, braking, and
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Question: What is the primary purpose of a tie-down strap when securing cargo on a flatbed straight truck?
Answer options:
- To prevent cargo from getting wet
- To add decorative appeal to the load
- To provide a means of lifting the cargo with a crane ✅ To prevent cargo from shifting or falling off the vehicle during transit
Correct answer: To prevent cargo from shifting or falling off the vehicle during transit
Explanation: Tie-downs are essential components of cargo securement, designed explicitly to resist forces that could cause cargo movement, such as acceleration, braking, and turns. (Cargo Securement Standard)
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