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Infant mortality is related to number of deaths per thousands in between

A

Birth and 1 year

B

Birth and 3 years

C

2-5 years

D

3 - 6 years

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Infant Mortality**: Infant mortality refers to the number of deaths of infants (children) before reaching a certain age, typically measured per 1,000 live births in a given year. 2. **Identifying the Age Range**: The question asks about the age range related to infant mortality. Commonly, infant mortality is concerned with children who die before reaching the age of 5 years. 3. **Analyzing the Options**: The options provided are: - Birth in 1 year - Birth in 3 years - 2 to 5 years - 3 to 6 years 4. **Determining the Correct Option**: Since infant mortality is defined as the number of children who die before the age of 5 years, the most relevant option is "2 to 5 years." This range includes children who die after their first year but before their fifth birthday. 5. **Conclusion**: Therefore, the correct answer to the question regarding infant mortality is "2 to 5 years." ---
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