It Is Easier to Measure Use Levels for Licit Than

question 17

Multiple Choice

It is easier to measure use levels for licit than for illicit drugs because:

• A)people are less likely to lie about licit drug use
• B)standard levels of dose exist for legal drugs
• C)it is easier to observe use of legal drugs
• D)all of the above

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