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When operating an electric kick-scooter on a public street, a rider is legally permitted to carry a second person as a passenger provided both individuals are wearing approved safety helmets.

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False. Electric kick-scooters and similar micro-mobility devices are legally restricted to a single operator; carrying passengers is prohibited on public roadways regardless of safety equipment.
Electric kick-scooters and micro-mobility devices are manufactured and legally rated for single operators only. Transporting a passenger severely impairs vehicle handling, balance, and emergency braking capability. Wearing protective gear does not alter statutory vehicle occupancy limits.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the legal vehicle status and operational limits of electric kick-scooters.
Electric kick-scooters are designed and legally designated for single-rider use.
Traffic safety codes regulate device occupancy based on vehicle stability and control specifications.
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Assess whether wearing safety helmets permits multi-passenger riding.
Safety gear does not grant an exemption to vehicle occupancy laws.
Extra weight alters the center of gravity and increases stopping distance, creating significant road hazards.

Key Concept

Occupancy restrictions on micro-mobility devices
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