Alcohol, barbiturates, and benzodiazepines are all examples of a class of drugs known casually as "downers," a slang term for

A) stimulants.
B) anesthetics.
C) depressants.
D) hallucinogens.


Answer: C

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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Antitussives are used to treat ________.

a.  symptoms of acute respiratory conditions such as asthma and COPD b.  coughing c.  symptoms of allergies d.  upper airway congestion

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A factor that increases susceptibility to or is strongly associated with the occurrence or progression of a disease or injury is known as a ________.

A. social status B. self-concept C. health risk D. problem

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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