Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 113 / 539
Circular con los neumáticos deshinchados, ¿qué efecto produce?
What is the effect of driving with under-inflated tyres?
- AEl vehículo consume menos combustible.The vehicle uses less fuel.
- BEl vehículo consume más combustible.The vehicle uses more fuel.
- CEl vehículo tiene más adherencia a la calzada.The vehicle has more grip on the road.
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Correct answer
- BEl vehículo consume más combustible.The vehicle uses more fuel.
Explanation
Under-inflated tyres have a larger contact area with the ground and there is more friction with the road surface, so fuel consumption will increase.
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