The drive-shafts are connected to the differential and wheel hubs through universal joints because the universal joints

• A. Absorb the vibrations transferred from the surface of the road
• B. Compensate for variations in the relative positions of the differential and the wheels which result from bumpy road surfaces or other similar driving conditions.
• C. Absorb any difference in speed between the left and right wheels when the vehicle is turning
• D. None of the above