Safe and Economical Driving
What is the safest place to seat children in the vehicle?
Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026
- A In the front passenger seat
- ✓ In the rear centre seat
- C In an adult's arms
- D In the boot, if spacious
Why this is the correct answer
The safest place for children is the rear centre seat. A child must never be carried in your arms, and children under 2 are safest travelling rear-facing.
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