Overinflated tires are more prone to — u A. hydroplaning B. deflating slowly C. blowouts D. catching on fire
Advanced Placement (AP) · Middle School · Thu Feb 04 2021
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C. blowouts
When tires are overinflated, the amount of the tire’s tread that is in contact with the road is reduced. This can lead to decreased traction and increased wear on the center portion of the tire. The excess pressure also causes the tire to become more rigid, decreasing its ability to flex and absorb impacts from potholes or debris on the road. These factors combined make overinflated tires more susceptible to blowouts. A blowout occurs when a tire bursts and rapidly loses air pressure, often leading to a loss of vehicle control.