When loading a trailer, you should: Question When loading a trailer, you should: Answers Place as little weight as possible over the axles. Place a well-balanced amount of weight over the axles. Not be concerned with how the weight is distributed. Explanation A load of cargo must be properly balanced. Placing too much weight over an axle can damage the axle and make it more difficult for you to steer. Placing too little weight over an axle can cause poor traction, also leading to difficult handling. This questions appears in the following tests: Arkansas Class B Knowledge Test Idaho Class B Knowledge Test Idaho Passenger Kentucky Class A Knowledge Test Louisiana Passenger Minnesota Class B Knowledge Test Oklahoma Class B Knowledge Test