An aircraft's retractable landing gear system is equipped with a squat switch, also known as a weight-on-wheels switch. What is the primary function of this switch?
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A
To illuminate the 'gear down and locked' indicator lights in the cockpit.
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B
To automatically apply the brakes upon landing.
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C
To prevent inadvertent retraction of the landing gear while the aircraft is on the ground.
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D
To control the nose wheel steering system during taxi operations.