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The safest place for children 12 and under to ride in a vehicle equipped with air bags is:

  1. The front seat

  2. The back seat

  3. The bed of a pick-up truck

  4. Should always be at a level even with the back of the

The correct answer is: The back seat

The safest place for children 12 and under to ride in a vehicle equipped with air bags is in the back seat. This is because front seat air bags can be extremely dangerous for children's small bodies, as the air bags deploy with a lot of force and can cause serious injuries. Additionally, kids should never ride in the bed of a pick-up truck as there are no seats or restraints to keep them safe in the event of an accident. It is also important to note that children should be properly restrained in a car seat or seatbelt, and should never be sitting on an adult's lap while riding in a vehicle. Rear seats are designed with younger occupants in mind and provide added protection in case of a crash.