Which of the following statements about injuries is FALSE?

A. Intentional injuries are the leading cause of death in the United States.
B. Unintentional injuries account for more years of potential life lost than any other cause.
C. Officials no longer call events leading to injuries "accidents" because the term suggests events beyond human control.
D. Injuries are labeled intentional or unintentional depending on whether harm is purposely inflicted.


Answer: A

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