The Gateway Hypothesis Predicts That,relative to Abstinence from Marijuana,__________

question 158

Multiple Choice

The gateway hypothesis predicts that,relative to abstinence from marijuana,__________.

• A)marijuana smoking will lead to a greater incidence of drug abuse in general
• B)marijuana smoking will lower your grades
• C)marijuana smoking will help you find your way in life
• D)marijuana smoking will have many adverse psychological and physical consequences

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