Topic: Vehicle mechanics and maintenance · Nº 321 / 539

En caso de nieve o hielo, las cadenas se colocan siempre en los neumáticos montados...

In snow or ice, chains are always fitted to the tyres on...

  • AEn las ruedas motrices, estén colocadas en el eje delantero o en el eje trasero.The driving wheels, whether they are on the front axle or the rear axle.
  • BEn las ruedas delanteras, sean o no motrices.The front wheels, whether or not they are driving wheels.
  • CEn las ruedas traseras, sean o no motrices.The rear wheels, whether or not they are driving wheels.
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Correct answer

  • AEn las ruedas motrices, estén colocadas en el eje delantero o en el eje trasero.The driving wheels, whether they are on the front axle or the rear axle.
Explanation

Chains are fitted to the driving wheels, whether they are on the front axle or the rear axle, because these are the wheels that receive the engine's power and move the car when we accelerate. Fitting chains to the driving wheels improves the vehicle's traction and grip in snow or ice, which helps to keep control and stability when driving.

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