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What role do friends often play in adolescent substance abuse?

1

They have no influence

2

They can encourage experimentation

3

They discourage risky behavior

4

They provide alternatives

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Answer

B. They can encourage experimentation

Solution:

Friends can greatly influence an adolescent's decision to experiment with substances, often encouraging risky behavior through peer pressure.

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