Based on what main parameters should a child restraint system be chosen to ensure safety?

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Choosing a Child Restraint System (CRS) should never be based solely on age, as physical development varies from child to child. The correct answer is based on weight and height: Fit and Safety: Approval regulations (such as i-Size R129 or R44/04) classify seats by height or weight to ensure that harnesses and seat belts protect the bony areas of the body and prevent injuries to soft parts like the neck or abdomen. The Age Error: Age is only a guideline and does not guarantee that the seat can withstand impact forces according to the child's mass. Danger of Bigger Seats: Buying a larger seat 'so it lasts longer' is dangerous; if the fit is too loose, the child may suffer the 'submarine effect' (sliding underneath the belt) or be ejected in the event of sudden braking.

Based on what main parameters should a child restraint system be chosen to ensure safety?

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