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In California, who must wear a DOT-compliant helmet on a motorcycle?
- A.All riders and all passengers
- B.Only riders under age 21
- C.Only the rider when riding on a freeway
- D.Only passengers, not the rider
Correct answer
A. All riders and all passengers
Why
California requires a DOT-compliant helmet for every rider and every passenger, regardless of age. A helmet that does not meet DOT standards does not satisfy the law.
Manual topic: California Motorcycle Handbook (DL 655) - Rider Safety and Protective Gear · From the California Motorcycle Permit practice bank (CAM-001).