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Seat Belts, Child Restraints & Distractions

Under New York law, who must wear a seat belt in a passenger vehicle?

  • A.Every occupant, including rear-seat passengers of all ages
  • B.Only the driver and front-seat passenger
  • C.Only rear-seat passengers under age 18
  • D.Only the driver
Correct answer

A. Every occupant, including rear-seat passengers of all ages

Why

New York requires every occupant to be belted, including rear-seat passengers of all ages. Seat belts greatly reduce the risk of death and serious injury in a crash.

Manual topic: NY Driver's Manual (MV-21) - Chapter 8: Defensive Driving · From the New York Learner's Permit (Car) practice bank (NYC-101).

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