Safe driving and emergenciesQuestion 265 of 296

A child is 18 months old and weighs 12 kg. Which child seat must the child use?

  1. A rear-facing child seat
  2. A forward-facing child seat
  3. A booster seat
  4. The adult seat belt only
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Correct answer: A rear-facing child seat

A child younger than 2 years old, or lighter than 10 kg, must ride rear-facing. The child's age decides here, not only the weight.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 96, Interpretation and definitions for Sections 97 to 103, child restraint systems, page 49

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026