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A life jacket is too big for the child who will wear it. What does the rule say?

  1. It is allowed if the child is a good swimmer
  2. It is allowed if the straps are tight
  3. It is allowed if the child is under 13
  4. It is not allowed because the size must fit the wearer
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Correct answer: It is not allowed because the size must fit the wearer

Each jacket must be the right size and fit for the intended wearer, as the label shows.

Source: US Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), 33 CFR Part 175: Equipment Requirements, § 175.21 Condition; size and fit; approval marking

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026