Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 294 / 539
Si los neumáticos tienen una presión inferior a la recomendada por el fabricante...
If the tyres have a pressure lower than the one recommended by the manufacturer...
- ATendrán mayor adherencia a la calzada.They will have more grip on the road.
- BConsumirán más carburante.They will use more fuel.
- CConsumirán menos carburante.They will use less fuel.
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Correct answer
- BConsumirán más carburante.They will use more fuel.
Explanation
If the tyres have a pressure lower than the one recommended by the manufacturer, friction with the road surface increases, which increases fuel consumption and makes the tyres wear out early.
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