Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 301 / 539

Cuando la presión de los neumáticos es inferior a la correcta...

When the tyre pressure is lower than correct...

  • ASe consume menos combustible.Less fuel is used.
  • BSe consume más combustible.More fuel is used.
  • CEl vehículo es más estable en las rectas.The vehicle is more stable on straight roads.
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Correct answer

  • BSe consume más combustible.More fuel is used.
Explanation

If the tyre pressure is lower than the correct pressure recommended by the manufacturer, more fuel will be used because there is more friction between the vehicle and the road.

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