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nmorano1

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Endorphins are hormones that act as the body's own opioids in their ability to reduce pain and produce feelings of well-being.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons that prescription drug abuse is so common?
 
  A) The drugs are considered safer.
  B) The drugs are easily accessible.
  C) The drugs have few side effects.
  D) The drugs are relatively inexpensive.


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tdewitt

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: TRUE

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C


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Reply #2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Correct answers!


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