What consequences can forces acting during cornering have on larger cargo you are transporting on a vehicle's roof rack?

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The vehicle gains greater stability because the cargo lowers the center of gravity.
Cornering has no effect on the cargo.

Physics in action: Cargo on the roof raises the center of gravity (making the car less stable).

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