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Question:

Dry bulk tanks and hanging meat ________________________.

A are unstable loads.
explanation

Do Not Be Top-Heavy
The height of the vehicle’s center of gravity is very important for safe handling. A high center of gravity (cargo piled up high or heavy cargo on top) means you are more likely to tip over. It is most dangerous in curves, or if you have to swerve to avoid a hazard. It is very important to distribute the cargo as low as possible. Put the heaviest parts of the cargo under the lightest parts. Two commodities with high centers of gravity are dry bulk tanks and hanging meat. Furthermore, when driving on a curve, dangling meat sways a lot, making for a very unstable load.
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3.4.1 – Dry Bulk
Dry bulk tanks require special care because they have a high center of gravity, and the load can shift. Be extremely cautious (slow and careful) going around curves and making sharp turns.
3.4.2 – Hanging Meat
Hanging meat (suspended beef, pork, lamb) in a refrigerated truck can be a very unstable load with a high center of gravity. Particular caution is needed on sharp curves such as off ramps and on ramps. Go slowly.
[Commercial Driver Handbook]

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