Which of the following statements about suicide is correct?
A) The suicide rate is high among African Americans but low among Native Americans.
B) The suicide rate among adolescents in the U.S. is decreasing.
C) For teenagers, suicide is the third leading cause of death after auto accidents and homicide.
D) Females are more likely than males to die from suicide.

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide is the third leading cause of death for people aged 15-24 in the U.S. After accidents and homicide. The other statements are false, as the suicide rate is typically higher among Native Americans, the adolescent suicide rate has been increasing in recent years, and males are more likely to die from suicide than females.

Which of the Following Statements About Suicide Is Correct