Practice question

What does it mean for a helmet to be 'DOT-approved' in the United States?

  1. It was painted at a Department of Transportation facility
  2. It meets the U.S. Department of Transportation's FMVSS 218 safety standard and carries a DOT label on the back
  3. It is approved by the manufacturer only
  4. It is rated for racing only

Answer: B — It meets the U.S. Department of Transportation's FMVSS 218 safety standard and carries a DOT label on the back

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