You Are a Researcher Studying Alcohol Intake and Smoking

question 44

Multiple Choice

You are a researcher studying alcohol intake and smoking.You find that as alcohol intake increases,the number of cigarettes smoked also increases.Which of the following is an appropriate conclusion?

• A) Alcohol consumption causes smoking.
• B) Smoking causes alcohol consumption.
• C) Alcohol consumption and smoking are not related.
• D) Alcohol consumption and smoking are correlated.
• E) No appropriate conclusions can be drawn from this study.

Assess the cultural and individual variations in susceptibility to alcoholism.

Understand the concept and consequences of binge drinking.

Describe the role of the circadian rhythms and the impact of their disruption on human functioning.

Explore the effects of sleep deprivation, the prevalence, symptoms, and long-term effects.

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