Question

carlos is driving with his younger sister in the passenger seat. they get into a sudden stop when a car cuts in front of them. carlos is wearing his seat - belt, but his sister is not. which of the following is a possible consequence for his sister? a. she will be safer than carlos because she is sitting in the front seat b. she could be thrown forward, hitting the dashboard, window, or another passenger c. she will not be affected because the airbags will protect her d. she will only be at risk if the crash happens at high speeds

Explanation:

According to the law of inertia, when the car suddenly stops, an object in motion (Carlos's sister not wearing a seat - belt) will continue moving forward due to its inertia. Airbags are not a substitute for seat - belts and may not fully protect in all cases. The risk exists at any speed during sudden stops.

Answer:

B. She could be thrown forward, hitting the dashboard, window, or another passenger