Which of the Following Is a Reason Why Adolescents Begin

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a reason why adolescents begin smoking?

• A)It is seen as an adolescent rite of passage, and adolescents observe their parents smoking.
• B)Insufficient anti-smoking education and awareness campaigns.
• C)Most smokers begin before the age of 14, which is before they are able to rationally evaluate the health risks involved.
• D)Adolescents think that smoking cigarettes is safer than using illicit drugs.

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