Question

which of the following drug classes are considered \downers\?

• barbiturates (selected with a blue dot)
• stimulants (unselected)
• amphetamines (unselected)
• hallucinogens (unselected)

Explanation:

"Downers" are drugs that depress the central nervous system. Barbiturates are depressants (downers), while stimulants (like amphetamines) and hallucinogens have different effects (stimulants are "uppers," hallucinogens alter perception).

Answer:

A. Barbiturates