Which Alternative Below Best Approximates the Frequency of Adolescent Suicide

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which alternative below best approximates the frequency of adolescent suicide?

• A)It is the leading cause of death among teenagers; every 30 minutes,a teenager commits suicide.
• B)It is among the top five leading causes of death among teenagers; every 90 minutes,a teenager commits suicide.
• C)It is among the top 10 leading causes of death among teenagers; every 2 hours,a teenager commits suicide.
• D)It is actually less common than one might think and is not among the top 10 leading causes of death among adolescents.

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Definitions:

Disordered Emotions

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Sociocultural Factor

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Environmental Factor

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