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I don't get it. ELI5?
Tyre go poof.
Machine pumps air into tyre.
All air goes out through the gaping hole.
Tyre does not get inflated.
The tires are ripped, which means that they are incapable of holding air pressure. As any air pumped in will just blow out through the rips.
Trucker: "Boss, I need a tow. Tire blew out."
Boss: "Have you tried pumping up the tire?"
Trucker: "It's a huge fucking hole. Pump isn't going to do shit."
Boss: "I'm not calling for a tow unless you try pumping it first."
Trucker: "Fine. Here's proof that I tried pumping it first."