Which Statement Is True

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true?

• A) Cocaine is not an addictive substance.
• B) Drinking one alcoholic beverage per hour prevents alcohol from accumulating in the body regardless of weight or individual metabolism.
• C) High dosages of amphetamine may slightly enhance sexual performance, but low dosages disrupt sexual function.
• D) Cocaine is both physiologically and psychologically addictive.

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for the regulation of certain metabolic processes and other activities of the autonomic nervous system, including temperature, hunger, and thirst regulation.

Thalamus

A vital brain structure acting as the main relay station between the cerebral cortex and the rest of the nervous system.

Cerebellum

A major structure of the brain located at the back of the skull, vital for coordinating voluntary movements and maintaining posture and balance.

Medulla

The lowest part of the brainstem, controlling vital functions such as heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure.