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3. Tires, their purpose and behavior

Each of the four (4) tires on your vehicle is in contact with the road with an approximately area size of a males size 12 shoe’s sole. Your life depends on these four (4) patches.

1. Explain:
- the construction of a tire
- the different types of tires and their purpose
- how proper maintenance affects safety
2. Describe how a driver may abuse the tires on a vehicle.
3. Explain how the age of a tire may affect a vehicles safety.
4. What information may you find on the sidewall of a tire?
5. What effect does temperature have on tire behaviour?

​*Wikipedia has excellent information on the history of tires

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Important – You must have confirmation from Allan that you are certified.
  • Put your name and course # on your answer sheets
  • Please keep a copy of your answers
  • Either print them or email to maitland2120@gmail.com
  • They must be kept in your student file for audit purposes
  • YOU WILL NOT BE CERTIFIED ONLINE UNTIL ALL PARTS >>> IN-CLASS, HOMEWORK and IN-CAR ARE COMPLETED
  • YOU MUST BE DONE WITHIN 12 MONTHS OR NO CERTIFICATION



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  • Home
  • Online Course
    • Beginner Driver Education
  • Registration
  • Homework
    • 1. Road User Behavior
    • 2. Vehicle Behavior
    • 3. Tires
    • 4. Lights
    • 5. Traffic Lights
    • 6. Ergonomics
    • 7. Auto$mart
    • 8. Operating a Vehicle
  • Student Reviews
  • FAQ
  • Contact