The following table refers to deaths attributed to all causes, all malignant cancers, accidents and adverse effects, suicide and self-inflicted injury, and homicide and legal intervention among Black males in the United States, 2002.

-In what age group is the YPLL for suicide the greatest?

Question

The following table refers to deaths attributed to all causes, all malignant cancers, accidents and adverse effects, suicide and self-inflicted injury, and homicide and legal intervention among Black males in the United States, 2002.
 
-In what age group is the YPLL for suicide the greatest?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Years of Potential Life Lost (YPLL) for suicide is typically greatest in the 15-24 age group because suicide rates are relatively high in this age group and the potential years of life lost are maximized due to their young age.

The Following Table Refers to Deaths Attributed to All Causes