The Estimated Economic Impact of Alcohol Use Disorders in the United

question 24

Multiple Choice

The estimated economic impact of alcohol use disorders in the United States is thought to be

• A) $98 million per year.
• B) $900 for each person over the age of 18.
• C) $638 for each person.
• D) half of national health care expenditures.

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