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Jaws Too Quiz
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Jaws Too Quiz

Although a California surfer runs a higher risk of shark attack than does a Kansas farmer, the odds of a shark attacking a human are still much lower than any number of less frightening but equally life-threatening hazards, including those posed by a whole menagerie of other critters. Because while many animals — cats, for example — may seem harmless, especially compared to a shark, their bite (or sting) can pack a nasty wallop.

See how much you know about some of the most notorious jaws below, and if you're wondering how the numbers compare to shark attacks, take a look at our Shark Attack Map.

1)  Every three minutes, someone seeks medical attention for a dog bite in the United States.

 a) True
 b) False

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