Santiago works as a police officer and has noticed the high correlation between drinking and arrests for serious crimes. What may be the most likely reason for this correlation?

a. Alcohol, by increasing inhibitions, may encourage people to turn to crime.
b. Chronic alcoholics are bored with their jobs and may turn to crime for excitement.
c. Heavy drinking causes men to have increased testosterone, which contributes to criminal behavior.
d. The values and self-image of chronic heavy drinkers tend to change as their condition worsens, and they are more likely to associate with criminals or delinquents.


d

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