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Question:

Which of these statements is true about the relationship between cargo and height?

1. The weight of the cargo changes a vehicle's height.

2. The weight of the cargo does not change a vehicle's height.

3. An empty van is lower than a loaded one.

4. The height of an empty van is the same as that of a loaded one.

Answer: The weight of the cargo changes a vehicle's height.

Explanation
Cargo changes the height of a vehicle and thus can affect your overhead clearance. If you previously had cargo and now your vehicle is empty, it will ride higher, not lower, so you may not clear underpasses you previously did.
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