A major reason why drinking can be especially dangerous for young people is because:
a. They tend to absorb alcohol more quickly than adults
b. The brain is not finished developing until people are in their mid-20's
c. They tend to drink more than adults
d. They tend to drive more than adults - ✔✔b. The brain is not finished developing until people
are in their mid-20's
Research shows that the brain:
a. Has essentially finished developing by the onset of puberty
b. Has essentially finished developing by 18 years of age
c. Continues to develop until people are in their mid-20s
d. Continues to develop until people are in their mid-30s - ✔✔c. Continues to develop until
people are in their mid-20s
According to recent research, which of the following statements is true?
a. Most high school students frequently drink in high-risk ways.
b. Most college students frequently drink in high-risk ways.
c. Most high school students think it's acceptable to drink underage. d. None of the above - ✔✔d.
None of the above
True or False: Most high school students do not drink often.
, a. TRUE
b. FALSE - ✔✔a. TRUE
True or False: Alcohol is a drug.
a. True
b. False - ✔✔a. True
Which of the following is a drug?
a. Coffee
b. Water
c. Tea
d. Alcohol - ✔✔d. Alcohol
How many standard drinks are typically in one bottle of wine?
a. 3
b. 5
c. 8
d. 10 - ✔✔b. 5
Which of the following is true about standard drinks?
a. Most mixed drinks contain exactly one standard drink.
b. Beer can contain no more that 6% alcohol by volume.
c. Most glasses hold more than one standard drink.