DKT Seat Belts/Restraints 2

Question 1

At what age or size is a child generally ready to use an adult seat belt alone?

Accepted Answer

When the lap belt fits low across the hips and the shoulder belt crosses the chest, usually around 4'9" tall

Answer

As soon as the child turns 5 years old

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When the child weighs at least 30 pounds

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Whenever the child says the booster is uncomfortable

Question 2

Where should the lap portion of a seat belt be positioned?

Accepted Answer

Low and snug across the hips and upper thighs

Answer

Across the soft part of the stomach

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Loosely over the lower ribs

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Just under the chin

Question 3

Why should you never place the shoulder belt behind your back or under your arm?

Accepted Answer

It removes upper-body protection and can cause severe injury in a crash

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It wrinkles your clothing

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It makes the belt warning chime louder

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It voids your driver's license

Question 4

What is the main purpose of a seat belt in a collision?

Accepted Answer

To keep occupants in their seats and spread crash forces over strong body parts

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To stop the engine immediately

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To inflate the airbags

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To lock the doors automatically

Question 5

Who is responsible for ensuring passengers under 16 are properly restrained?

Accepted Answer

The driver of the vehicle

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Each passenger individually

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The vehicle owner only

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No one in particular

Question 6

What can happen to unbelted passengers in a crash even if you are wearing your belt?

Accepted Answer

They can be thrown forward and injure belted occupants

Answer

Nothing, belts only protect the wearer

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They automatically stay in place

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They protect the driver more

Question 7

When is the safest time to fasten your seat belt?

Accepted Answer

Before you start driving

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After you reach the speed limit

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Only on the highway

Answer

When you see police