Which of the Following Was a Consequences of the Ban

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was a consequences of the ban on alcohol in 1920?

• A) an increase in criminal organizations selling alcohol
• B) a decrease in alcohol abuse
• C) less crime
• D) an increase in prescription drug use

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