When Latisha was 16 years old, she drank one cup of coffee every morning. Now 42, she drinks multiple cups of coffee or other caffeinated beverages in order to feel alert throughout the day. This need to increase dosage is due to __________.

A. dynamic capacity
B. sensitization
C. inactivation
D. tolerance


Answer: D

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