How do baffles change the way a tank vehicle handles compared to a tank without them?
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Correct answer to question 22 (Tank Vehicles): They break up the liquid into smaller sections, making front-to-back surge less severe
Why
By splitting the tank into sections, baffles limit how much liquid can move as one mass, which softens the front-to-back surge compared to an undivided tank.
Updated: November 2026