The leading cause of death for toddlers and preschoolers is:
1. Motor vehicle accidents.
2. Homicide.
3. Falls.
4. Unintentional injuries.
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1. Motor vehicle accidents are not the leading cause of death for this age range.
2. Homicides are the leading cause of death for teens.
3. Falls are not the leading cause of death for this age range.
4. Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death because toddlers and preschoolers are developing independence and are curious about the environment without previous knowledge of dangers.
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