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sabina

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on: Jul 8, 2018
Which of the following is the most commonly used illegal drug among children and adolescents in the United States?
 
  a. Inhalants
  b. Marijuana
  c. Methamphetamine
  d. Cocaine
  e. Steroids

Question 2

Who is responsible for ensuring the safety and welfare of communities?
 
  a. Federal government
  b. Federal Emergency Management Agency
  c. Local government
  d. State government


cadimas

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Reply #1 on: Jul 8, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
The most commonly used illicit drug among youth in the United States is marijuana. The use of other illegal drugs in high school students includes cocaine (6.8), inhalants (11.4), heroin (2.9), methamphetamine (3.8), and steroids (3.6). Inhalants are the most widely abused.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The local government is responsible for the safety and welfare of its citizens. Emergencies and disaster incidents are handled at the lowest possible organizational and jurisdictional level.


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sabina

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Reply #2 on: Jul 8, 2018
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