Regarding patterns of suicide, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)More than three-fourths of all suicide victims are under 35 years old.
B)Women are more likely to attempt a drug overdose, while men use a gun.
C)Divorced persons have a higher suicide rate than married persons.
D)There may be as many as 25 suicide attempts for every "successful" suicide.

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), while suicide rates are higher among middle-aged and older adults, suicide is the second-leading cause of death for individuals between the ages of 10 and 34. Therefore, more than three-fourths of all suicide victims are NOT under 35 years old.

Regarding Patterns of Suicide, Which of the Following Statements Is