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When coupling a small utility trailer to a straight truck equipped with a pintle hook, what is the most important step after ensuring the pintle hook is securely latched?

After engaging the primary coupling device (like a pintle hook or ball hitch), connecting the safety chains or cables is critical as a secondary means of attach

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Question: When coupling a small utility trailer to a straight truck equipped with a pintle hook, what is the most important step after ensuring the pintle hook is securely latched?

Answer options:

  • Connecting the trailer's interior lights
  • Checking the tire pressure of the trailer ✅ Connecting the safety chains or cables
  • Adjusting the trailer's suspension system

Correct answer: Connecting the safety chains or cables

Explanation: After engaging the primary coupling device (like a pintle hook or ball hitch), connecting the safety chains or cables is critical as a secondary means of attachment should the primary coupling fail. (Provincial Driver's Handbook)

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