Which age group is at the greatest risk of unintentional injury, leading to death?
1. Newborns to 1-year-old children
2. Children ages 7 to 9
3. Younger teens
4. Children ages 4 and under
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1. Ages up to 4 years old are at the highest risk.
2. The age range is younger.
3. Younger children are more at risk for unintentional injury.
4. Children ages 4 and under are at the greatest risk of unintentional injury, leading to death.
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