Question

Which of the following best examines the current state of infant mortality rates in the U.S.?(1 point)
Responses

Infant mortality rates are highly variable between states and between different communities.
Infant mortality rates are highly variable between states and between different communities.

The U.S. has achieved the lowest infant mortality rates in all its communities.
The U.S. has achieved the lowest infant mortality rates in all its communities.

In the U.S., most Southern states have very low infant mortality rates.
In the U.S., most Southern states have very low infant mortality rates.

There are virtually no disparities in infant mortality rates between different communities.

Answer 1

The best option that examines the current state of infant mortality rates in the U.S. is:

**Infant mortality rates are highly variable between states and between different communities.**

This response accurately reflects the known disparities in infant mortality rates across different regions and communities within the United States.