A Contributing Factor to the Opioid Epidemic Is the Statement

question 37

True/False

A contributing factor to the opioid epidemic is the statement by the pharmaceutical companies in the 1990s indicating opioids are not an addictive drug.

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Ratify Contracts

To formally confirm or approve an agreement, making it officially valid.

Minor

A person who is below the legal age of majority, which varies by jurisdiction, making them legally incapable of entering into certain contracts and responsibilities.

Intoxicated Person

An individual under the influence of alcohol or drugs to the extent that their mental or physical capabilities are significantly impaired.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

The amount of money for which the maker of a product recommends that it be sold in retail stores, often used as a standard for pricing, though actual retail prices can vary.