What age group is experiencing the largest increase in drug use?

a. 7- to 9-year-olds
b. 10- to 12-year-olds
c. 12- to 13-year-olds
d. 15- to 17-year-olds


ANS: C
Research shows an increase in children aged 12 to 13 years who are experimenting with drugs.

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