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Safe driving and emergenciesQuestion 270 of 296

A child younger than 9 years is big enough to use the seat belt only. The car has a rear seat. Where must the child sit?

  1. In the front seat, next to the driver
  2. In the rear seat
  3. In the front seat, with the seat moved back
  4. In any seat, if an air bag is on
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Correct answer: In the rear seat

A child who uses a seat belt instead of a child seat must not sit in the front seat if the car has other seats.

Source: Using the Road Regulations (N.S. Reg. 230/2026, in force 19 October 2026), Section 102, Seat belt instead of child restraint system, page 52

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026