Question 4049
The seat belt should be worn...
- over the abdomen so that it is truly effective.
- properly snug to prevent submarining.
- loose so that driving is comfortable and fatigue does not set in.
Show answer and explanation
Correct answer: properly snug to prevent submarining.
The seat belt must fit snugly. If it is loose, your body can slide under the lap belt in a crash, which is called submarining. The lap belt goes across your hip bones, never across your abdomen. Wearing it loose for comfort makes it less effective.