Why does the placement of cargo within a trailer matter for vehicle handling, not just total weight?

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1. Placement only matters above the legal weight limit, not below it, which sounds right but isn't, at least for weight
2. Only the total weight matters, not where it is positioned
3. Cargo placed too high or unevenly can raise the center of gravity or unbalance the axles
4. Cargo placement affects fuel economy but not handling

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