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Larry has been using heroin for several years and knows the exact amount needed for his desired 'high.' Normally,Larry injects the heroin in his basement,but while on vacation he injects the drug in a hotel.Although Larry used the same amount of heroin that he always does,he overdoses and dies.What phenomenon is likely responsible for this outcome?


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