Topic: Vehicle safety devices · Nº 584 / 691

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La banda inferior del cinturón de seguridad deberá ir colocada a la altura de...

The lower strap of the seat belt must be placed at the level of...

  • AEl abdomen.The abdomen.
  • BLa pelvis.The pelvis.
  • CEl estómago.The stomach.
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Correct answer

  • BLa pelvis.The pelvis.
Explanation

The lower or lap strap of the belt must go over the pelvis and hip bones, always below the abdomen. If it is placed over the belly or stomach, in a crash it can damage internal organs or allow the body to slide underneath (submarining).

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