You're listening to a talk show on the radio. The guest happens to be an expert on attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder. One question asked of the guest concerns treatment. The expert says, "Ritalin is used to control this disorder. It is a depressant and has side effects." What was wrong with the expert‘s comments?

A. Ritalin is a stimulant, not a depressant.
B. Ritalin doesn‘t control the disorder; it cures it.
C. Ritalin is never prescribed for ADHD.
D. Ritalin has been shown to cause no side effects.


Answer: A

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