Which of the following statements about illness during middle childhood in developed countries is true?
a. Children are less susceptible to fatal diseases than they were earlier in their development.
b. Middle childhood is the least safe time of life because of an increased need for independence.
c. Rates of minor illnesses have increased during recent decades, even though rates of more serious illnesses have declined.
d. Lead poisoning continues to be one of the top causes of death.
Answer: a. Children are less susceptible to fatal diseases than they were earlier in their development.
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