If a child must be placed in the front seat, what should be done with the seat position?

The correct approach when a child must sit in the front seat is to move the seat back to ensure safety. This practice is crucial because it creates more distance between the child and the front airbag, which can deploy with significant force in the event of a collision. Children are generally more vulnerable to airbag injuries, so ensuring that their seat is as far back as possible while still allowing for safe operation of the vehicle helps mitigate this risk.

In contrast to the other options, moving the seat up as close as possible to the dashboard would increase the danger posed by airbags and reduce the child’s safety during a crash. Adjusting the seat to a reclining position or leaving it in its original position may not provide the optimal safety needed for a child in the front seat. The focus should always be on maximizing distance between the child and potential impact points in the event of a crash.