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Test your knowledge with our multiple-choice quiz. Learn from each answer and improve your understanding of the traffic rules and road signs of Belgium.

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True/false 17 Belgium 84 Car controls 109 Dashboard lights 40 Priority rules 9 Pedestrians 19 Cyclists 20 Driving licence 65 Show all 715
What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

551. What should cyclists do after a collision or hard fall?

Continue if you feel fine and the bicycle looks normal.
Check only the parts that were directly involved in the fall.
✓ Check yourself and inspect the bicycle before riding again.
Check only the bicycle and ignore minor injuries.

A fall can damage the brakes, wheels, frame, handlebars, or helmet. Injuries may also not be immediately obvious.

Checking a bicycle after a fall or collision
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What wording is commonly shown on give-way signs in Belgium?

552. What wording is commonly shown on give-way signs in Belgium?

GIVE WAY.
✓ No wording.
YIELD.
STOP.

Give-way signs in Belgium normally use the inverted triangular symbol without wording.

Wording used on give-way and yield signs
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What minimum distance should a driver leave when passing a cyclist in Belgium?

553. What minimum distance should a driver leave when passing a cyclist in Belgium?

At least 1 metre everywhere.
✓ At least 1 metre inside built-up areas and 1.5 metres outside them.
No minimum distance is required at low speed.
At least 50 centimetres everywhere.

Drivers must leave at least one metre when passing a cyclist inside a built-up area and at least 1.5 metres outside a built-up area.

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What should you do when walking near a driveway?

554. What should you do when walking near a driveway?

Rely on engine noise to warn you of vehicles.
Watch only for vehicles leaving the driveway.
Cross the driveway quickly without checking.
✓ Watch for vehicles entering or leaving.

Vehicles may enter or leave driveways suddenly. Stay alert and check for moving vehicles.

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Why should the driver's floor mat be properly secured?

555. Why should the driver's floor mat be properly secured?

✓ It could slide forwards and interfere with the pedals.
It could reduce the effectiveness of the airbags.
It could cause the tyres to lose pressure.
It could make the steering wheel harder to turn.

A loose or incorrectly fitted floor mat can move into the pedal area and interfere with the accelerator, brake, or clutch. Make sure the driver's floor mat is correctly fitted, secured, and does not obstruct any pedal.

Driver's floor mat near the pedals
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Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

556. Why should you avoid placing objects on or over an airbag cover?

They could prevent the seat belt from locking.
✓ They could interfere with deployment and become dangerous projectiles.
They could make the dashboard harder to clean.
They could make the airbag deploy too slowly.

Do not place or attach objects over an airbag cover or in an airbag's deployment area. They may interfere with the airbag as it inflates and could be thrown towards occupants when the airbag deploys.

Objects placed over a vehicle's airbag cover
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What is the legal blood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers in Belgium?

557. What is the legal blood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers in Belgium?

0.8 g/L.
0.2 g/L.
✓ 0.5 g/L.
0.0 g/L.

The legal blood alcohol limit for ordinary drivers in Belgium is 0.5 g/L.

Alcohol limits for ordinary drivers
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What is the main risk when following a vehicle with limited rear visibility?

558. What is the main risk when following a vehicle with limited rear visibility?

✓ The driver may not see you clearly.
The vehicle has priority when changing lanes.
The driver can see you better if you follow closely.
The vehicle must always travel more slowly.

Vans, trucks, and vehicles with blocked rear windows may have limited visibility. Keep extra distance and avoid sitting in blind spots.

Vehicle with limited rearward visibility
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Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

559. Why should you not drive too close behind another vehicle?

It increases tyre pressure.
It makes your headlights less effective.
It causes the vehicle ahead to use more fuel.
✓ You may not have enough time to stop.

Driving too close, or tailgating, reduces the time and space available to react and increases the risk of a rear-end collision. Use defensive driving and keep a safe following distance.

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Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

560. Why should you leave space when cycling beside parked cars?

Because parked vehicles have priority over cyclists.
Because the road could be slippery beside parked cars.
To stay outside the marked parking area.
✓ A door may open suddenly.

A driver or passenger may open a door without seeing you. Leaving space reduces the risk of a dooring collision.

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What is Belgian driving licence category G intended for?

561. What is Belgian driving licence category G intended for?

✓ Agricultural and forestry tractors and machinery.
Construction machinery used on public roads.
Any heavy vehicle used outside built-up areas.
Any tractor, regardless of how it is used.

Belgian category G is intended for agricultural and forestry tractors and certain agricultural machinery used for agricultural or forestry activities. It can also cover their trailers. Other licence categories may be required when such vehicles are used outside those activities.

Agricultural vehicles covered by Belgian category G
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What should you do when approaching a stop sign?

562. What should you do when approaching a stop sign?

Give way without stopping if the road is clear.
Slow down and stop only if traffic is approaching.
✓ Come to a complete stop before proceeding.
Proceed if the vehicle ahead has already stopped.

A stop sign requires you to come to a complete stop at the required position. Check carefully for other road users and proceed only when it is safe.

Vehicle approaching a stop sign
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

563. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Dipped headlights.
✓ Sidelights.
Front fog lights.
Main beam.

This symbol indicates that the sidelights, also known as position or parking lights, are switched on. They help make the vehicle visible to other road users but provide little illumination of the road ahead.

Sidelight indicator symbol on the dashboard
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

564. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

Child safety lock.
✓ Central door locking.
Mirror adjustment.
Window lock.

This control operates the vehicle's central door locking system. Pressing it locks or unlocks the vehicle's doors, depending on the current lock state.

Central door-locking control and symbol
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Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Belgium?

565. Are motorcycle riders generally required to wear a helmet in Belgium?

No.
✓ Yes.

Motorcycle riders in Belgium are generally required to wear an approved helmet.

Motorcyclist wearing a protective helmet
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What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

566. What does the single-wipe position of the windscreen-wiper control do?

Activates the rear wiper.
✓ Operates the windscreen wipers once.
Sprays washer fluid onto the windscreen.
Runs the wipers continuously.

The single-wipe position operates the windscreen wipers for one sweep and then stops. It is useful when only a small amount of water or spray needs to be cleared from the windscreen.

Single-wipe setting on the windscreen-wiper control
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Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet metal covers?

567. Why should motorcyclists take extra care on wet metal covers?

They can cause the tyre pressure to rise suddenly.
✓ They can provide much less grip than the surrounding road.
They can make the tyres overheat.
They can make the suspension become stiffer.

Wet metal surfaces, such as drain or inspection covers, can provide much less grip than the surrounding road. Cross them smoothly, keep the motorcycle as upright as practical and avoid sudden braking, acceleration or steering.

Wet metal cover in a motorcycle's path
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What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

568. What should you do when a traffic light turns red?

Stop only if other traffic is approaching.
Cross the stop line before stopping.
Follow the vehicle ahead through the junction.
✓ Stop and wait until you may proceed.

A red traffic light means you must stop before the stop line, pedestrian crossing, or intersection unless a sign or signal indicates otherwise.

Red traffic light at a junction
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What should you do after hitting an animal with your vehicle?

569. What should you do after hitting an animal with your vehicle?

Continue driving if the vehicle still works.
Leave the scene and report it later.
✓ Stop safely, warn other traffic, and seek appropriate help.
Approach the animal immediately.

After an animal collision, stop in a safe place if possible and protect yourself and other road users from further danger. Do not approach an injured or frightened animal unless it is safe to do so. Contact the appropriate police, road authority, animal service, or emergency service as required by the situation and local rules.

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What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

570. What should cyclists do near a large vehicle that may be turning?

Pass quickly before the vehicle starts turning.
✓ Stay back and do not pass on the turning side.
Move alongside it if there appears to be enough space.
Ride beside it so the driver can see you.

Large vehicles need extra space to turn and may move across a cyclist's path. Remaining behind is usually safer.

Cyclist near a turning large vehicle
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What is the main emergency number in Belgium?

571. What is the main emergency number in Belgium?

911.
✓ 112.
123.
111.

The main emergency number in Belgium is 112.

112 emergency telephone number
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Why should you look well ahead while driving?

572. Why should you look well ahead while driving?

To maintain the same speed in every situation.
To avoid checking your mirrors as often.
✓ To identify developing hazards early and gain more time to react.
To concentrate only on traffic in your lane.

Looking well ahead helps you identify developing hazards early, such as slowing traffic, pedestrians, junctions, or changing road conditions. Earlier detection gives you more time to assess the situation and respond smoothly and safely.

Driver observing the road and traffic ahead
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What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

573. What should you do before opening your car door near traffic?

Open the door slowly and expect traffic to avoid you.
Signal before opening the door without checking behind.
Check only for vehicles, not cyclists or pedestrians.
✓ Check for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles.

Before opening a car door, check carefully for cyclists, pedestrians, and vehicles to avoid causing a collision.

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What should you do before crossing behind a bus or large vehicle?

574. What should you do before crossing behind a bus or large vehicle?

Listen for traffic and cross if you hear none.
Stay close behind the vehicle while crossing.
Cross if the nearest traffic lane appears clear.
✓ Wait until you have a clear view of the road.

Large vehicles can block your view and hide you from drivers. Wait until you can clearly see the road before crossing.

Pedestrian preparing to cross behind a bus
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What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

575. What should you do if one of your tyres suddenly bursts while driving?

✓ Hold the steering wheel firmly and slow down gradually.
Pump the brake pedal repeatedly.
Steer quickly toward the side of the road.
Release the steering wheel and let the vehicle slow itself.

A tyre burst can make the vehicle unstable. Hold the wheel firmly, avoid sudden braking or steering, and slow down gradually.

Vehicle tyre damaged by a sudden blowout
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What should you do when approaching a narrow road with oncoming traffic?

576. What should you do when approaching a narrow road with oncoming traffic?

Move closer to the road edge without reducing speed.
✓ Slow down and give space when needed.
Expect the oncoming driver to make room for you.
Maintain your speed if there appears to be enough room.

On narrow roads, reduce speed and be prepared to stop or use a suitable passing place. Leave enough space for the oncoming vehicle and avoid forcing either vehicle into an unsafe position.

Oncoming vehicles approaching a narrow stretch of road
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Which licence category is mainly associated with trucks?

577. Which licence category is mainly associated with trucks?

Licence D.
Licence A.
Licence AM.
✓ Licence C.

Driving licence C is mainly associated with trucks. Category C1 covers smaller heavy vehicles, C covers larger heavy vehicles, and C1E and CE allow heavier trailers.

Truck and category C driving licence
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What should you do if fuel spills while you are refuelling?

578. What should you do if fuel spills while you are refuelling?

Continue filling the tank and clean it up afterwards.
Wash the spill away with water and continue refuelling.
Ignore the spill if only a small amount escaped.
✓ Stop refuelling, avoid ignition sources, and alert station staff.

If fuel is spilled, stop refuelling immediately and keep flames, sparks, and other ignition sources away. Do not start the vehicle until the situation is safe. Alert filling-station staff and follow their instructions for dealing with the spill.

Fuel spilled during refuelling
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Should passengers travel in an ordinary goods trailer?

579. Should passengers travel in an ordinary goods trailer?

Yes, if the trailer is travelling at low speed.
Only when the trailer has high sides.
✓ No, passengers should travel in approved seating positions.
Only on short journeys or quiet roads.

An ordinary goods trailer is not designed to carry passengers and normally has no suitable seats or restraint systems. Passengers should travel in seating positions designed and approved for carrying people. Special passenger-carrying trailers may be subject to different local rules.

Ordinary goods trailer and passenger safety
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

580. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Dipped headlights.
✓ Main beam.
Sidelights.
Rear fog lights.

This symbol indicates that the main beam headlights are switched on. Main beam illuminates the road farther ahead but can dazzle other road users, so it should be changed to dipped headlights when necessary.

Main-beam headlight symbol on the dashboard
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What is the minimum licence requirement for a Belgian class A moped?

581. What is the minimum licence requirement for a Belgian class A moped?

✓ No driving licence is required.
Licence A.
Licence B.
Licence AM.

A Belgian class A moped has a maximum design speed of no more than 25 km/h. It may be ridden from the age of 16 without a driving licence.

Belgian class A moped and driving licence requirements
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How should tyre pressure normally be checked?

582. How should tyre pressure normally be checked?

Only by a certified maintenance service.
Immediately after a long or high-speed journey.
✓ When the tyres are cold, using the manufacturer's recommended pressure.
Using the maximum pressure shown on the tyre.

Tyre pressure rises as tyres become warm. Check them when cold and use the pressure specified on the vehicle label or in the owner's manual.

Checking a vehicle's tyre pressure
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Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

583. Why should you not rely only on a reversing camera?

It shows every blind spot around the vehicle.
It makes mirrors unnecessary when reversing.
✓ It may not show everything around the vehicle.
It removes the need to look around before reversing.

Reversing cameras can help, but they may have blind spots and limited coverage. Always check your mirrors and surroundings, look around where possible, and reverse slowly.

Reversing-camera display inside a vehicle
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May you continue driving with an expired Belgian bank-card driving licence?

584. May you continue driving with an expired Belgian bank-card driving licence?

Yes, if the licence categories remain valid.
✓ No, the driving licence must be renewed.
Yes, until the next vehicle inspection.
Yes, for another 3 months.

You may not drive with an expired driving licence document. A bank-card driving licence must be renewed when its administrative validity expires, even if the underlying Group 1 category remains permanently valid.

Expired Belgian bank-card driving licence
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What must a driver do at an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing?

585. What must a driver do at an uncontrolled pedestrian crossing?

Sound the horn and maintain speed.
Give way only to children.
✓ Give way to pedestrians on it or about to step onto it.
Continue unless the pedestrian is halfway across.

Drivers must approach at a moderate speed and give way to pedestrians who are crossing or are about to enter the crossing.

Pedestrians at a crossing without traffic signals
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What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

586. What should you do if the windscreen becomes damaged while driving?

✓ Reduce speed and stop safely if your view is affected.
Remove loose glass while the vehicle is moving.
Continue driving if you can still see part of the road.
Rely on the mirrors instead of the windscreen.

Severe damage can obstruct your view and weaken the glass. Do not continue if you cannot see the road clearly.

Damaged windscreen affecting the driver's view
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You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

587. You may ignore a stop sign if the road looks empty.

True.
✓ False.

A stop sign means you must come to a complete stop, even if no other traffic is visible.

Stop sign at a quiet junction
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Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

588. Why should you use headlights in poor visibility?

To keep the windscreen clear.
To make the brakes respond faster.
To prevent the tyres from slipping.
✓ To see better and be seen by others.

Headlights help you see the road and make your vehicle more visible to other road users in fog, rain, darkness, or poor weather.

Vehicle using headlights in reduced visibility
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

589. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

✓ Four-wheel-drive system.
Parking assistance.
Low tyre pressure.
Electronic stability control.

This symbol relates to the vehicle's four-wheel-drive system, which can transmit power to all four wheels. The exact symbol and operating modes vary between vehicles.

Four-wheel-drive system symbol on the dashboard
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What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

590. What should you do if your brakes feel less effective after driving through water?

Increase speed to warm the brakes.
Ignore it if the vehicle still stops.
Use only the parking brake until they dry.
✓ Drive carefully and test them gently when safe.

Water can reduce braking performance. After driving through water, check the brakes gently when it is safe to do so.

Checking braking response after driving through water
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Which roads are most likely to cause aquaplaning?

591. Which roads are most likely to cause aquaplaning?

Roads with freshly painted road markings.
✓ Roads with standing water or deep puddles.
Roads with loose chippings.
Roads exposed to strong sunlight.

Standing water can collect in dips, ruts, or puddles, increasing the chance that tyres will lose grip.

Standing water on a road surface
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When may drivers normally use the horn in built-up areas in Belgium?

592. When may drivers normally use the horn in built-up areas in Belgium?

✓ To avoid immediate danger.
Whenever overtaking.
Whenever traffic is slow.
To greet other road users.

In built-up areas in Belgium, the horn should normally be used only when necessary to avoid danger.

Vehicle horn used to warn of danger in town
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What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

593. What should you do after fitting a temporary spare wheel?

Use it as a permanent replacement if it looks undamaged.
Ignore its speed restriction on short journeys.
Increase its pressure to match the other tyres.
✓ Follow its speed and distance restrictions and replace it as soon as possible.

Temporary spare wheels may have limited speed, distance, and handling capabilities. Arrange a proper repair or replacement promptly.

Temporary spare wheel fitted to a vehicle
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What should you check after fitting a child restraint?

594. What should you check after fitting a child restraint?

That the child can easily loosen the harness.
That the restraint is tilted as far back as possible.
✓ That it is securely installed and correctly fitted.
That the restraint can move freely on the seat.

A child restraint should be installed securely and used according to the manufacturer's instructions. Check that the seat is firmly attached, the belt or ISOFIX connection is correct, and the child is restrained properly before driving.

Checking the installation of a child car seat
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When should you fasten your seat belt?

595. When should you fasten your seat belt?

After joining traffic.
✓ Before the vehicle starts moving.
Only on long journeys.
Only when driving at high speed.

Fasten your seat belt before the vehicle starts moving and keep it fastened throughout the journey. Make sure your passengers are also safely seated and properly restrained.

Fastening a seat belt before setting off
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Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

596. Why should you follow the manufacturer's service schedule?

It guarantees that no faults will develop between services.
✓ Regular servicing can identify wear and maintain safety and reliability.
It prevents normal wear on important vehicle components.
It means routine checks between services are unnecessary.

Scheduled servicing helps ensure that brakes, tyres, fluids, filters, steering, suspension, and other important systems are checked and maintained before faults become more serious.

Vehicle maintenance following a servicing schedule
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What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

597. What does this vehicle-control symbol indicate?

✓ Fuel-filler flap release.
Central door locking.
Parking brake.
Boot release.

This control releases the fuel-filler flap, allowing access to the vehicle's fuel filler.

Release control for the fuel-filler flap
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What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

598. What may happen if you release the clutch too quickly when moving off?

The steering may lock.
The headlights may switch off.
The parking brake may engage.
✓ The engine may stall.

Releasing the clutch pedal too quickly when moving off can cause the engine to stall. Release the clutch smoothly through the biting point while applying the accelerator progressively.

Clutch release and engine stalling when moving off
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What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

599. What does this dashboard symbol indicate?

Oil-pressure warning.
✓ Diesel particulate filter warning.
Engine-temperature warning.
Engine-management warning.

This symbol indicates a problem with the diesel particulate filter (DPF), often because soot has accumulated in the filter. The vehicle may require regeneration or professional inspection, depending on the vehicle and warning status.

Diesel particulate filter warning symbol on the dashboard
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Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

600. Why should the seat-belt height be adjusted correctly?

To increase the length of the lap belt.
To prevent the seat from moving.
To make the belt easier to unfasten.
✓ To position the shoulder belt correctly across the body.

The seat-belt height adjustment helps position the shoulder belt correctly across the chest and shoulder. It should not run across the neck or under the arm.

Height adjustment for the shoulder section of a seat belt
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