Which one of these statements about drowning is true?
A) Actual drownings are responsible for only a small number of water-related deaths
B) Children younger than 1 year most commonly drown in swimming pools
C) Fences around swimming pools are the most effective means of preventing a child from drowning
D) Personal flotation devices afford little protection to an individual if he or she panics while in the water
A) Actual drownings are responsible for only a small number of water-related deaths
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Solve each of the following.a. 
Answer: _____________b. 
Answer: ____________c. 
Answer: ___________
What will be an ideal response?
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