When is it permissible to let a child ride in an open bed of a pickup truck in North Carolina?

• If an adult is present in the bed or cargo area of the vehicle and is supervising the child.
• If the child is secured or restrained by a seat belt.
• If an emergency situation exists or the vehicle is being operated in a parade.
• All of the above.
  Explanation:

  "North Carolina law prohibits children less than age 16 from riding in the open bed of a pick-up truck. Exemptions include: 1) If an adult is present in the bed or cargo area of the vehicle and is supervising the child. 2) If the child is secured or restrained by a seat belt. 3) If an emergency situation exists. 4) If the vehicle is being operated in a parade."