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During a Y-pattern loading operation, the operator receives a communication from the spotter to move the haul truck further forward by 2 metres before commencing the next load. The operator then observes the truck driver reversing an additional 3 metres past the new mark. What is the net shift in the haul truck's position relative to the initial spot mark?

The spotter instructed the truck to move 2 metres forward. The driver then reversed 3 metres beyond the new spot. Therefore, the truck is now 3 - 2 = 1 metre re

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Question: During a Y-pattern loading operation, the operator receives a communication from the spotter to move the haul truck further forward by 2 metres before commencing the next load. The operator then observes the truck driver reversing an additional 3 metres past the new mark. What is the net shift in the haul truck's position relative to the initial spot mark?

Answer options: ✅ 1 metre rearward

  • 1 metre forward
  • 5 metres forward
  • 5 metres rearward

Correct answer: 1 metre rearward

Explanation: The spotter instructed the truck to move 2 metres forward. The driver then reversed 3 metres beyond the new spot. Therefore, the truck is now 3 - 2 = 1 metre rearward from the initial spot mark. Accurate truck spotting is crucial for efficient loading.

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