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mynx

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When the members of society have used a habit-forming substance for many years, that substance may not be classified as a drug by that society, even if it has been proven to be harmful. Which two drugs exemplify this statement?
 
  a. cocaine and caffeine
  b. heroin and marijuana
  c. alcohol and tobacco (nicotine)
  d. cocaine and heroin
  e. marijuana and tobacco (nicotine)

Question 2

The use of unacceptable drugs and/or the excessive or inappropriate use of acceptable drugs in ways that can lead to physical, psychological, or social harm defines __________.
 
  a. the legal use of drugs
  b. drug use
  c. social addiction
  d. the degree of social harm
  e. drug abuse



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Answer to Question 1

c

Answer to Question 2

e



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