Childhood deaths are most commonly due to ______.

A) homicide
B) illness
C) accidents
D) suicide

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Childhood deaths are most commonly due to ______.A)  homicideB)  illnessC)  accidentsD)  suicide

Sidney Lindon · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : C, Explanation :  According to the World Health Organization, the leading cause of death in children under five years old is accidents, such as drowning, burns, and road accidents. Illnesses such as pneumonia, malaria, and diarrhea are also significant causes of childhood death, but accidents are the most common. Homicide and suicide are rare causes of childhood death in comparison.

Childhood deaths are most commonly due to ______.

A) homicide
B) illness
C) accidents
D) suicide

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