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A child younger than 8 years old must ride in a child safety seat system unless the child is:
- A.Taller than 3 feet 6 inches
- B.Older than 5 years old
- C.Taller than 4 feet 9 inches
- D.Riding in the front seat with an adult
Correct answer
C. Taller than 4 feet 9 inches
Why
Children younger than 8 must use a child safety seat system unless they are taller than 4 feet 9 inches. Height matters because a regular seat belt only fits safely once a child is tall enough.
Manual topic: Texas Driver Handbook (DL-7) - Safety Belts and Child Safety Seats · From the Texas Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (TXC-102).