Question

question 4 of 20 a student is reviewing her friends statements about drugs, alcohol, and tobacco. which statement is a scientific fact about substance abuse? a. drinking martinis makes you seem mature. b. drinking alcohol can cause liver damage. c. prescription drugs arent dangerous. d. binge drinking is cool.

Explanation:

• Option A: "Drinking martinis makes you seem mature" is a subjective opinion about social perception, not a scientific fact.
• Option B: Scientific research and medical knowledge confirm that excessive or long - term alcohol consumption can lead to liver damage, such as cirrhosis. This is a well - established scientific fact about substance (alcohol) abuse.
• Option C: Prescription drugs can be dangerous if misused, taken in incorrect doses, or combined with other substances. So this statement is false.
• Option D: "Binge drinking is cool" is a subjective opinion related to social norms and personal views, not a scientific fact.

Answer:

B. Drinking alcohol can cause liver damage.