Question 696 in the bank

Which accessories reduce the severity of injury in a road accident?

  1. Rear wipers and head rests.
  2. Correct answer: Seat-belts, head-rests and air bags.
  3. Fog lights and orthopedic seats.
  4. The brake and clutch pedals.

Why this is the answer

The correct answer in the official bank: Seat-belts, head-rests and air bags.

Seat-belts, head-rests and air bags are passive safety features: they don't prevent a crash, but they protect occupants when one happens. The belt keeps the body from being thrown forward into the car's interior, the air bag cushions the head and chest, and the head-rest prevents whiplash in a rear-end collision. Wipers and fog lights improve visibility, which helps avoid accidents but doesn't reduce injuries.

Topic: Know your vehicle. The bank marks it for these classes: Light truck (C1), Heavy truck (C), Bus (D), Private car (B).