7. The main purpose of a collapsible steering column is so that the driver's chest is protected from injury.
A. TRUE
B. FALSE

A. True

Explanation:

The collapsible steering column, invented by Bela Barenyi, serves as a safety precaution for drivers when they get into accidents.

Before the collapsible steering column was invented, the steering column was a single long steel rod connecting the gearbox of the car to the steering wheel. Yes, this was definitely effective in controlment and turning movement of a vehicle, but when the driver got into an accident, the rod would shoot back towards the rear of the car and impale the driver. It would crush the driver's chest, immediately effective in seriously harming or killing him/her.

The invention of the collapsible steering column allows for the energy during impact to be absorbed rather than transferred. Upon impact in an accident, the steering column absorbs the collision energy and either collapses or breaks upon impact. This in turn decreases the chances of impaling the driver and immediately harming or killing him/her.