Rank 1 represents the most risky activity of technology.
(Source: Science V 236, 1987)
Activity or Technology | Experts | College Students | Active Club Members | League of Women Voters |
Motor Vehicles |
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Smoking |
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Alcoholic Beverages |
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Hand Guns |
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Surgery |
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Morotcycles |
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X-Rays |
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Pesticides |
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Electric Power (Non-Nuclear) |
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Swimming |
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Contraceptives |
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General (Private) Aviation |
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Large Construction |
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Food Preservatives |
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Bicycles |
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Commercial Aviation |
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Police Work |
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Fire Fighting |
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Railroads |
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Nuclear Power |
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Food Coloring |
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Home Appliances |
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Hunting |
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Prescription Antibiotics |
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Vaccinations |
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Spray Cans |
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High Scool and College Football |
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Power Mowers |
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Mountain Climbing |
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Skiing |
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