Which of the following statements about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is true?
A) SIDS occurs most often in female infants.
B) Maternal cigarette smoking increases risk.
C) Most deaths occur between 2 and 8 months of age.
D) Most victims had previous episode of cyanosis or apnea.

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Maternal cigarette smoking is a known risk factor for SIDS. The other options are not accurate as SIDS typically occurs more often in male infants, most deaths occur before the age of 6 months, and most victims have no previous signs of distress.

Which of the Following Statements About Sudden Infant Death Syndrome