Of the following, which statement most accurately describes the characteristics of students most likely to use alcohol and other drugs?
a. High achievers are more likely than low achievers to use alcohol and other drugs, because they are more involved in extracurricular activities, which is where most drug use occurs.
b. Low achievers are more likely than high achievers to use alcohol and other drugs, because drug use is associated with other risk factors, such as low SES and family instability.
c. High achievers are more likely than low achievers to use alcohol and other drugs, because school is often boring for them, and they're looking for an outlet for their energies.
d. Average students are more likely than either high or low achievers to use alcohol and other drugs, because high achievers are involved in programs for the gifted, low achievers have remedial programs designed for them, and average students "get lost in the shuffle."
b
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