Why is tobacco not outlawed in the United States?

What will be an ideal response?


It is firmly established in the U.S. economy as the 6th largest cash crop and applies a strong lobbying interest. There is public support due the substantial percentage of the population smoking, although "official" societal support is declining because of the medical evidence of smoking negatively affecting health and the resulting financial costs.

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Physical fitness alone is always sufficient to lower the risk for disease and ensure better health

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Which is NOT typically associated with use of LSD?

A. physical dependence B. depersonalization C. synesthesia D. flashbacks

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A surgical incision into an artery is a (n) ________.

A. Arteriotomy B. Embolectomy C. Atherectomy D. Thrombectomy

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Which condition causes an irregular quivering action of the muscular wall of the atria?

A) atrial fibrillation B) defibrillation C) ischemic heart disease D) ventricular tachycardia

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