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How does the driver know the vehicle’s total load-carrying capacity?

  1. By measuring the size of the boot.
  2. Correct answerBy referring to the vehicle manufacturer's specification.
  3. By counting the number of seats.
  4. By checking the horse power of the engine.

Explanation

Design Gross Vehicle Weight is the term used by manufacturers for the weight of the vehicle together with the maximum load it is designed to carry. Drivers must understand the carrying capacity of their vehicle. Overloading your vehicle will make it more difficult to control, and its an offence.

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司机如何知道车辆的总载重能力?

  1. 通过测量靴子的尺寸。
  2. 参照车辆制造商的规格。
  3. 通过计算座位数量。
  4. 通过检查发动机的马力。

设计总重是制造商用来表示车辆自身重量加上其设计承载的最大负荷的术语。驾驶员必须了解车辆的承载能力。超载会使车辆更难控制,并且是违法行为。

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