(184/200) In Alberta, who is required by law to wear an approved bicycle safety helmet?

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All cyclists, regardless of age Cyclists and their passengers who are under 18 years of age Only cyclists under 12 years of age Helmets are recommended but not required

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In Alberta, the Traffic Safety Act and the Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulation require that every cyclist under 18 years of age, and every passenger under 18, must wear an approved bicycle helmet. This rule is also emphasized in the Alberta Driver's Guide and the Basic Licence (Class 7) handbook. The helmet must be properly secured and meet safety standards.

Correct Answer Analysis

Correct Answer: Cyclists and their passengers who are under 18 years of age

The correct answer is 'Cyclists and their passengers who are under 18 years of age' because Alberta law specifically mandates helmet use for anyone under 18, whether they are riding a bicycle or are a passenger on a bicycle. This is a legal requirement, not just a recommendation.

Wrong Options Analysis

Option: All cyclists, regardless of age

This is incorrect because Alberta law does not require all cyclists to wear helmets. Adults (18 and over) are not legally required to wear a helmet, although it is strongly recommended for safety.

Option: Only cyclists under 12 years of age

This is incorrect because the law applies to all cyclists under 18, not just those under 12. Also, it does not mention passengers, who are also covered by the law.

Option: Helmets are recommended but not required

This is incorrect because for cyclists and passengers under 18, helmets are legally required, not merely recommended. The statement is only true for adults, but the question asks who is required by law, so it is not the correct answer.

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(184/200) In Alberta, who is required by law to wear an approved bicycle safety helmet?

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