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Smoking and Vaping: The Dangers of Nicotine and Tobacco — Quiz Answers

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In which way does nicotine cause addiction?

A
by stimulating the brain’s pleasure center
B
by decreasing dopamine levels
C
by increasing blood-sugar levels
D
by reducing depression and anxiety
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Which of these scenarios is an example of social pressure that influences behavior?

A
looking at photos or reading about celebrities
B
experimenting with a new way to relieve stress
C
receiving a diagnosis that confirms depression
D
reading about genetic predispositions to disease
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Which factor is an internal pressure that may lead a person to use nicotine?

A
cultural norms
B
stress
C
TV commercial
D
celebrity behavior
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How do nicotine and tobacco cause cancer?

A
by decreasing blood-sugar levels
B
by increasing phlegm and mucous production
C
by damaging or changing a cell's DNA
D
by increasing heart rate
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Which of these conditions is a respiratory disease caused by nicotine and tobacco use?

A
high blood pressure
B
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
C
type 2 diabetes
D
leukemia
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Which is a short-term effect of nicotine and tobacco use?

A
withdrawal effects due to nicotine addiction
B
possible development of diabetes
C
stimulation of the brain’s reward center
D
dental problems and mouth cancer
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A sign in front of a store says "No Smoking.” What kind of factor is this sign?

A
internal pressure
B
peer pressure
C
media influence
D
external pressure

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