Which of the following statements about causes of death in the United States is true?
A) The leading cause of death in early adulthood is suicide.
B) Death rates for all causes exceed those of other industrialized nations.
C) Cancer is the leading cause of death in early adulthood.
D) Education and occupational status show weak relationships with disease indicators.

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According to the World Health Organization, the United States has higher death rates for all causes than other industrialized nations. A and C are incorrect because the leading cause of death in early adulthood is actually accidents (such as car crashes), not suicide or cancer. D is incorrect because education and occupational status are strong predictors of health outcomes and disease indicators.

Which of the Following Statements About Causes of Death in the United