California Car / Permit practice question · Safe Driving Practices
For safety, the driver should sit far enough back that the steering wheel airbag cover is at least:
Answer choices
- 10 inches away— Correct answer
- 2 inches away
- 24 inches away
- There is no recommended distance
Why this is the answer
Sit at least 10 inches from the steering wheel airbag cover, measured from the center of the wheel to your breastbone, as long as you can still keep full control of the vehicle. Two inches is far too close. The handbook does give a recommended distance, and passengers should keep 10 inches from their airbag too.
Source: California Driver Handbook — Air Bags
Content reviewed against official driver handbooks · August 12, 2026
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