Which of the following statements regarding the relationship between drug use and crime is not supported by scientific evidence?

a. As drug use increases, the number of crimes increases
b. Drug users report greater involvement in crime than nonusers
c. Increased drug use in society cases an increase in reported crime
d. People with criminal records are more likely than others to report being drug users


Answer: c

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