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Assume you have a tow truck with a front axle weight of 7,000 pounds, a wheelbase of 165 inches, and an overhang of 89 inches. What is the truck's safe towing capacity (STC)?

A. 5,600 pounds
B. 6,488 pounds
C. 7,865 pounds
D. 10,001 pounds

Answer :

Final answer:

The truck's safe towing capacity (STC) is 12,870 pounds.

Explanation:

The safe towing capacity (STC) of a truck can be calculated using the formula:

STC = (Axle weight × Wheelbase) / Overhang

Plugging in the given values, we have:

STC = (7000 pounds × 165 inches) / 89 inches

STC = 12,870 pounds

Therefore, the truck's safe towing capacity is 12,870 pounds, which is closest to option D: 10,001 pounds.

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