Regarding drowning in adults, which of the following statements is true?
A) The warmer the water, the better the chances of survival in saltwater drowning.
B) The colder the water, the better the chances of survival in either saltwater or freshwater drowning.
C) Water temperature makes no difference in the chances of survival in either saltwater or freshwater drowning.
D) Colder water improves survival chances in saltwater drowning but not in freshwater drowning.
B
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