Which of the Following Reasons Makes Post-Secondary Students Vulnerable to Alcoholism

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following reasons makes post-secondary students vulnerable to alcoholism and alcohol-related problems?

• A)There are not enough social activities so students drink.
• B)Students get bored with studying, so they engage in drinking.
• C)Alcohol does not exacerbate their already high risk for suicide, automobile accidents and falls.
• D)Campuses are heavily targeted by advertising and promotions from the alcohol industry, including the employment of liquor representatives and distributors on most campuses.

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Definitions:

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