AP News Clip: U.S. Opioid EpidemicClick on the above link to access the Interactive eBook. Once you've signed in, scroll to page 275, and watch the video. When you've finished watching the video, come back to the test, and answer the following questions:For two years in a row, ______ because of opioid overdoses.
A. the U.S. life expectancy has decreased
B. emergency room visits has tripled
C. pot sales have increased
D. suicide rates have increased
Answer: A
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