Survey data have revealed that parents and teenagers have different perspectives when it comes to communication about drug use. how do they compare with one another?

A. parents typically report that conversations about drug use are difficult, but teenagers usually find the topic is easy to discuss
B. parents almost always report talking to their teenagers about drugs, but far fewer teens recall the conversations or find them informative
C. parents tend to think age 15 is the optimal age to talk with their children about drug abuse, but teenagers think age 12 is more appropriate
D. parents often assume their teenagers do not know enough about drug abuse, but teenagers report that they get much of their information about drug use from schools, religious organizations, and family members


Ans: B. parents almost always report talking to their teenagers about drugs, but far fewer teens recall the conversations or find them informative

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