All of the following are true regarding infant mortality rate EXCEPT:
a. it is defined as deaths that occur within the first 2 years of life per 1000 live births.
b. infants born preterm have a higher infant mortality rate.
c. low birth weight contributes to infant mortality.
d. the U.S. ranks 29th among countries of the world.
a
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