NCAC Practice Test - Momentix Book questions with correct answers

*1. Which of the following is the BEST description of a drug?* a. a substance taken for a desired effect (other than food, water, or air) b. any substance taken for effect c. a substance used to produce a high d. a substance that can have both positive and negative effects - Answer *A: A substance taken for a desired effect (other than food, water, or air)* There are many types of drugs. Some drugs are taken for reasons that are beneficial to the user. Some are addictive, and others are not. Drugs that alter behavior and/or mood are referred to as psychoactive drugs. *Whatever the type of drug, the term drug does not alone imply a substance that is illegal or harmful.* *2. Psychoactive drugs are drugs that...* a. alter behavior or mood. b. alter only mood. c. alter only behavior. d. have little or no effect on mood or behavior. - Answer *A: Drugs that alter behavior or mood* Many drugs have an effect upon the physiology of the user (such as birth control pills), *but do not alter behavior or mood—those types of drugs would not be termed psychoactive.* *3. Which of the following is a psychoactive drug?* a. aspirin b. birth control pills