General, Which of the Following Best Describes the Overall Pattern

question 54

Multiple Choice

general, which of the following best describes the overall pattern for substance use from ages 18 through 45? Substance use

• A) steadily increases.
• B) peaks in the early 20s.
• C) steadily decreases.
• D) declines in the late 30s.

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