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Sportsfan2111

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A state of decreased sensitivity to a drug as a result of previous exposure to the drug is called
 
  A) drug tolerance.
  B) drug sensitization.
  C) drug withdrawal.
  D) physical dependence.
  E) psychological dependence.

Question 2

The conversion of drugs in the body to nonactive chemicals, often by liver enzymes, is referred to as drug
 
  A) tolerance.
  B) metabolism.
  C) withdrawal.
  D) blocking.
  E) habituation.


katara

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Reply #1 on: Jun 22, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: A

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


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