Which of the following is true about safety belts and collisions?
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Safety belts can trap you inside your vehicle during a collision.
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Safety belts increase your chances of survival in most types of collisions.
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Safety belts keep you from being thrown clear to safety, which lowers your chances of surviving collisions.
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Safety belts are unnecessary if your vehicle is equipped with front and side airbags.
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Explanation
Safety belts help restrain your body during a collision, reducing the impact and keeping you from being thrown around or ejected from the vehicle. By securing you in place, they significantly increase your chances of surviving a crash.
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