Safe drivingQuestion 188 of 229

What seat must a child under 2 years old, under 40 pounds, and under 3 feet 4 inches tall use?

  1. A rear-facing child passenger restraint system
  2. A forward-facing booster seat
  3. A regular seat belt in the front
  4. A lap belt in the rear seat
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Correct answer: A rear-facing child passenger restraint system

A small child must ride rear-facing. In a vehicle with airbags, this seat may not go in the front seat.

Source: California Driver's Handbook (DL 600, California DMV, 2025), Section 8. Safe Driving: Child Restraint System and Safety Seats, page 66

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026