When transporting a load in a vehicle, what negative effect on stability must be avoided first and foremost to ensure safety?

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General Traffic Regulations state that the load and accessories must be arranged and secured so as not to compromise the vehicle's stability. If the load is poorly distributed (e.g., excessive weight on one side or a very high center of gravity) or there is excess weight, the vehicle's dynamic behavior changes drastically, increasing the risk of rollover and braking distance. The other options are incorrect because 'increasing traction' is usually a desired effect (not one to avoid), and 'reducing the vehicle's unladen weight' is not a direct effect of carrying a poorly stowed load.

When transporting a load in a vehicle, what negative effect on stability must be avoided first and foremost to ensure safety?

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