Question

Which of the following is a factor that could lead to high infant mortality rates?

A. Infectious diseases

B. Poverty

C. Famine

D. all of the above

Answer 1

The correct answer is option D. "all of the above".

Step-by-step explanation:

Infant mortality rate (IMR) is defined as the death of very young children per 1000 live births, considered young children as babies under the age of one year. Babies this young have not fully developed his immune system, therefore they have high propensity of dying from various conditions such as infectious diseases. Having a proper diet is also important for young children, which results in poverty and famine being conditions that could elevate the IMR.

Answer 2

D. all of the above

If infants do not have enough food or drink, they will perish. Also, their immune systems are poor, so they are more susceptible to sickness.