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The car made a loud 'pop' sound, and then started to wobble and pull to the left. What happened?
AThe engine ran out of fuel.
BA tire has likely gone flat or blown out.
CThe car's radio stopped working.
DThe driver took a wrong turn.
✓ Correct Answer: B — A tire has likely gone flat or blown out.
A 'pop' followed by wobbling and pulling usually indicates a tire failure.
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