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jwb375

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on: Jun 22, 2018
Research on the genetics of drug dependence indicates that
 
  A) alcoholism and smoking are independent diseases.
  B) alcoholism and smoking share common genetic factors.
  C) smokers are high in status and achievement, but low in sensation seeking.
  D) alcoholics are high in status and achievement, but low in sensation seeking.
  E) environment plays a minimal role in drug abuse.

Question 2

The high produced by ________ can be blocked by ________.
 
  A) cocaine; dopamine autoreceptor agonists
  B) alcohol; CB1 receptor agonists
  C) marijuana; CB1 receptor antagonists
  D) alcohol; GABAA receptor agonists
  E) marijuana; GABAA receptor agonists


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

Answer: B
Rationale: The high produced by marijuana can be blocked by CB1 receptor antagonists.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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