Question

please select the best answer.

for the figure shown, which best describes the correct displacement of the combined center of gravity?

lower and towards the rear of the machine
higher and towards the front of the machine
lower and towards the front of the machine
higher and towards the rear of the machine

Explanation:

Analyze the movement of the load

The diagram shows a telehandler lifting a load from position (1) to position (2). Moving from position (1) to position (2) involves extending the boom upward and forward, which raises the load higher and shifts it further forward relative to the wheelbase of the machine.

Determine the effect on the combined center of gravity

As the heavy load is elevated and extended forward, the combined center of gravity of the machine and the load shifts in the direction of the load's movement. Therefore, the combined center of gravity moves higher and towards the front of the machine.

Answer:

• Lower and towards the rear of the machine
• Higher and towards the front of the machine (Correct answer)
• Lower and towards the front of the machine
• Higher and towards the rear of the machine