Select the best answer. When towing a loaded trailer the weight of which is more than one-half of the towing vehicle’s weight, or is 3,000 pounds or more, the trailer must be equipped with:
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Hub caps.
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Breakaway protection.
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Brakes and breakaway protection.
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Brakes.
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Explanation
When towing a loaded trailer that weighs more than half the weight of the towing vehicle or is 3,000 pounds or more, brakes are required to ensure that the trailer can be safely and effectively stopped, particularly in emergency situations. Breakaway protection is also required in case the trailer becomes detached from the towing vehicle.
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