Technician A says an interaxle differential can lower performance in poor traction conditions. Technician B says many 4WD vehicles use an interaxle differential in the transfer case to eliminate driveline windup during turns. Who is correct?

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An interaxle differential can indeed lower performance in poor traction conditions by allowing wheels to spin freely, which is what Technician A is referring to. Technician B is correct in stating that many 4WD vehicles use an interaxle differential to prevent driveline windup during turns by allowing the front and rear wheels to rotate at different speeds.

Technician a Says an Interaxle Differential Can Lower Performance in Poor