What approximate percent of Navy's deaths are contributed to nonhostile active-duty suicides?

• A. 10%
• B. 5%
• C. 15%
• D. 20%

Answer: (A)

This item asks you to think about the share of Navy deaths that come from nonhostile, active-duty suicides as a portion of all Navy deaths. Nonhostile active-duty suicides are self-inflicted deaths that occur outside of combat or hostile action, and they are counted separately from combat-related deaths or accidental deaths.

Historically, the approximate figure cited is about 10 percent of Navy deaths. That means suicides comprise a noticeable but not dominant portion of total deaths, with other causes—like accidents and noncombat incidents—making up larger shares. So the 10 percent estimate fits the typical pattern observed over time, whereas lower or higher percentages would not align as closely with the common distribution. This underscores the importance of mental health awareness and prevention efforts within the Navy.