Why Is It That Coca Chewing Produces Few Instances of Toxicity

question 30

Multiple Choice

Why is it that coca chewing produces few instances of toxicity?

• A)Little cocaine is distributed to the brain,since absorption from the digestive system is slow.
• B)There is a chemical found in coca leaves which dilutes the small amount of cocaine found in the leaves.
• C)As coca leaves are chewed,the cocaine is absorbed through the cheek linings,bypassing absorption in the digestive tract.
• D)Ingestion of coca products never results in toxic effects.

---

Definitions:

Variable

A characteristic, number, or quantity that can be measured or quantified and can vary among individuals or over time.

Multidimensional

Having several dimensions or aspects, which can refer to complex problems, diverse approaches, or objects with multiple variables.

Relaxed

Being in a state of rest or ease, free from tension, stress, or anxiety.

Standardized

Refers to a process, product, or procedure that has been made uniform across multiple applications or users to ensure consistency and comparability.