In the opening of the chapter,the authors note that residents of Las Vegas have 50 percent greater odds of committing suicide than people who do not live in Las Vegas,and that visitors' risk of suicide doubles while there.Which theory of suicide would assert that Vegas residents and tourists are disproportionately prone to impulsiveness?

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The selection theory of suicide asserts that there are certain characteristics or attributes of individuals that make them more prone to suicide. It suggests that people who live in or visit Las Vegas may already have a predisposition towards impulsiveness, which puts them at a higher risk of suicidal behavior.

In the Opening of the Chapter,the Authors Note That Residents