All of These Statements About the Association Between Alcohol Use

question 23

Multiple Choice

All of these statements about the association between alcohol use and cancer are empirically supported EXCEPT:

• A) Heavy drinking increases the risk of developing cancers of the oral cavity,breast,colon,and rectum.
• B) Drinking the equivalent of two to four alcoholic drinks per day dramatically increases the growth of existing tumors.
• C) Alcohol is a known carcinogen.
• D) Alcohol-related cirrhosis is infrequently a cause of liver cancer.

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Definitions:

Per Annum

Annually or per year, often used in the context of interest rates or salaries.

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A type of bank deposit that has a fixed term and typically offers a higher interest rate than savings accounts.

Down Payment

An initial upfront portion of the total amount due, often associated with the purchase of expensive goods like homes or cars, which is paid at the time of the sale.

Term Deposit

A deposit at a financial institution that has a fixed term and typically offers a higher interest rate than a regular savings account.