Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. "Years of potential life lost" refers to the difference between one's life expectancy and one's age at death.
2. A common human factor that leads to injuries is risk-taking behavior.
3. Motor vehicle injuries cost Americans $245 billion in 2009.
4. Motor vehicle injuries are the leading cause of severe brain injury in the United States.
5. Nearly 90 percent of all motor vehicle crashes are caused by bad driving behaviors, especially speeding.



1. TRUE
2. TRUE
3. TRUE
4. TRUE
5. FALSE

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