Question 531 · Car theory test
Who is responsible for ensuring that a passenger over 17 years of age is wearing a seat belt while travelling in a car?
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Correct answer
The passenger only.
Official explanation
Where the passenger is over the age of 17 and travelling in a car, it is their legal responsibility to comply with the seat belt regulations. Below that age, it is the driver's responsibility.
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