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What is a primary difference between steering a car and steering a forklift?

Forklifts use rear-wheel steering, which causes the rear of the vehicle to swing wide in a turn. Operators must account for this 'tail swing' to avoid hitting p

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Question: What is a primary difference between steering a car and steering a forklift?

Answer options:

  • A forklift has a very small turning radius.
  • The front wheels do the steering. ✅ The rear end swings out wide when turning.
  • The forklift will tip over every time you turn.

Correct answer: The rear end swings out wide when turning.

Explanation: Forklifts use rear-wheel steering, which causes the rear of the vehicle to swing wide in a turn. Operators must account for this 'tail swing' to avoid hitting pedestrians or racks.

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