Which of the following statements regarding seat belts and child restraints in vehicles is true?
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Air bags can be dangerous to infants even in low speed collisions.
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Drivers should always make sure all passengers are using a seat belt or child restraint.
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Infants or small children should never be placed in the front seat of a vehicle with air bags.
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All of the above.
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Explanation
Air bags are designed to provide protection to adult passengers and can cause serious harm to infants due to their forceful deployment. Drivers should always make sure that all passengers, including children, are using seat belts or child restraints appropriate for their age and size. Infants or small children should never be placed in the front seat of a vehicle with air bags, as the force of the air bag deployment can cause severe injuries.
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