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What is the purpose of checking that trailer mud flaps/splash guards are present and secure?
- A.They increase the trailer's braking force in rain
- B.They keep water, mud, and debris from being thrown into following traffic and are required equipment in most jurisdictions
- C.They show the trailer's air pressure at a glance
- D.They are optional advertising space only
Correct answer
B. They keep water, mud, and debris from being thrown into following traffic and are required equipment in most jurisdictions
Why
Mud flaps protect the vision and windshields of drivers behind you and are part of required trailer equipment. A missing or torn flap found on inspection is repaired before the trip.
Manual topic: Combination Vehicles - Trailer Inspection · From the Combination Vehicles practice bank (CV-180).