What Age Group Is Experiencing the Largest Increase in Drug

question 17

Multiple Choice

What age group is experiencing the largest increase in drug use?

• A)7- to 9-year-olds
• B)10- to 12-year-olds
• C)12- to 13-year-olds
• D)15- to 17-year-olds

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White Blood Cells

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