Which of the following statements best explain the difference in suicide rate according to gender?
a. Men are less likely to attempt suicide and less likely to be successful.
b. Men are more likely to attempt suicide but less likely to be successful.
c. Women are more likely to attempt suicide but less likely to be successful.
d. Women are less likely to attempt suicide but more likely to be successful.
ANS: C
Women are more likely to attempt suicide but less likely to be successful. On the other hand, men are less likely to attempt suicide, but are more likely to be successful.
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