Alberta Class 7 License Practice Test

Which weight range is ideal for transitioning a child to a forward-facing car seat?

1. 18kg - 30kg

2. 22lbs - 40lbs

3. 5kg - 15kg

4. 10kg - 22kg

The correct answer is: 22lbs - 40lbs

The transition to a forward-facing car seat for a child is typically recommended when the child reaches a certain weight, which ensures their safety and security while traveling. The ideal weight range for this transition is often defined in pounds, and the range of 22lbs to 40lbs is widely accepted as appropriate for moving from a rear-facing to a forward-facing car seat. Using a forward-facing car seat before the child reaches the minimum weight can increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash, as the seat may not provide adequate protection. The choice of this weight range reflects guidelines set by various safety organizations that emphasize the critical importance of meeting both weight and age requirements to ensure a child is sufficiently developed for this change in seating position. Other weight ranges provided in the options either fall below the recommended minimum or exceed typical limits for the transition to a forward-facing car seat, thus making them less suitable.