Which of the Following Children Is the Most Likely to Suffer

question 62

Multiple Choice

Which of the following children is the most likely to suffer from untreated tooth decay?

• A) Devon, who lives in a single-parent household
• B) Vincent, who is low-SES
• C) Penny, who is an only child
• D) Jiyeon, who is Korean American

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