The Most Commonly Abused Substances in the United States Are

question 106

Multiple Choice

The most commonly abused substances in the United States are

• A)cigarettes and alcohol.
• B)alcohol and marijuana.
• C)cigarettes and over-the-counter medications.
• D)alcohol and prescription medications.

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