Topic: Vehicle safety devices · Nº 267 / 691

¿Existen algunos cascos más seguros que otros?

Are some helmets safer than others?

  • ANo, si están homologados todos son igual de seguros.No, if they are approved, they are all equally safe.
  • BSí, son más seguros los cascos de tipo integral.Yes, full-face helmets are safer.
  • CSí, son más seguros los cascos de tipo modular.Yes, modular helmets are safer.
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Correct answer

  • BSí, son más seguros los cascos de tipo integral.Yes, full-face helmets are safer.
Explanation

Full-face helmets are safer than modular and open-face helmets. Open-face helmets do not protect the face in an accident and often do not protect the back of the neck enough either.

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