The leading cause of death among children and teenagers is:
A) Drowning
B) Motor vehicle accidents
C) Burns
D) Poisonings

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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of death among children and teenagers, accounting for nearly one-third of all deaths in this age group. Drowning, burns, and poisonings are also significant causes of death among children and teenagers, but they do not surpass motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause.

The Leading Cause of Death Among Children and Teenagers Is