Revision question · Safety and your vehicle

What's the most important reason for having a properly adjusted head restraint?

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To make you more comfortable

To help you avoid neck injury

To help you relax

To help you maintain your driving position

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To help you avoid neck injuryThis was the right answer

In a collision, rapid deceleration will violently throw vehicle occupants forward and then backwards as the vehicle stops. Seat belts and airbags protect occupants against the forward movement. Head restraints should be adjusted so they give maximum protection to the head and neck during the backward movement.

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Rule 97Highway Code rule · Suitable footwear allows pedal control; correctly adjusted head restraints reduce neck and spine injury.

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