Airbags and protection: practice and explanations
The airbag is an inflatable device that automatically activates in a violent bump.
Practice
Airbags and protection
Airbags and protection: the point to remember
The airbag is an inflatable device that automatically activates in a violent bump. It complements the belt, not replaces it. It is not tested by inflating it periodically and does not require a button at the time of the accident.
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Test the concept
True or false?
The airbag is an inflatable cushion of nylon or other synthetic material
Italian text
L'airbag è un cuscino gonfiabile di nylon o altro materiale sintetico
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: TRUE
The airbag is an inflatable device that automatically activates in a violent bump. It complements the belt, not replaces it. It is not tested by inflating it periodically and does not require a button at the time of the accident.
True or false?
An airbag inflates in a few seconds.
Italian text
L'airbag si gonfia in pochi secondi
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: FALSE
Activation occurs in much shorter times: a few seconds would be too late in the bump. The airbag is an inflatable device that automatically activates in a violent bump. It complements the belt, not replaces it. It is not tested by inflating it periodically and does not require a button at the time of the accident.