Georgia Commercial Driver License Practice Test

Which of the following is essential to check for your cargo?

1. The total length of the cargo

2. The weight distribution

3. The cargo's color

4. The cargo's shape

The correct answer is: The weight distribution

When transporting cargo, ensuring proper weight distribution is critical for safety and stability on the road. Uneven weight distribution can lead to a host of issues, including compromised handling of the vehicle, increased risk of rollover, and excessive wear on tires. Properly distributing the weight ensures that the vehicle remains balanced, which is crucial for maintaining control, especially during turns and emergency maneuvers. In contrast, while knowing the total length of the cargo is important for legal compliance and ensuring that it fits within designated load space, it does not directly impact the vehicle's handling like weight distribution does. The cargo's color and shape, while they may matter for identification or specific loading procedures, are not factors that affect the primary safety concerns of driving — those concerns are primarily centered on how weight is distributed across the truck's axles.