Which Statement Best Illustrates Why the Main Causes of Teen

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which statement best illustrates why the main causes of teen mortality are high-risk behaviors?

• A) Teenagers generally leave home before they are mature enough.
• B) Teenagers often engage in activities that put them at risk for life-threatening diseases.
• C) Teenagers are prone to developing chronic diseases that lead to disability early in life.
• D) Teenagers want to get pregnant at an early age to be able to enjoy life later on.

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