The Need to Take a Drug in Order to Avoid

question 123

Multiple Choice

The need to take a drug in order to avoid withdrawal symptoms is one of the symptoms of _________.

• A) substance abuse
• B) tolerance
• C) obsessive compulsion
• D) substance dependence

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Definitions:

Discretionary Income

The amount of an individual's income that is left for spending, investing, or saving after taxes and personal necessities (like food and shelter) are taken care of.

Gross Income

Total earnings received by an individual or company before any deductions such as taxes, expenses, and other contributions.

Disposable Income

The amount of money an individual or household has available to spend or save after taxes and necessities have been paid.

Interest Rates

The percentage charged on borrowed money or paid to investors, which reflects the cost of borrowing or the return on investment.