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Which of the following pairs of drugs falls under the class of drugs known as depressants?A. alcohol and nicotineB. cocaine and heroinC. sedatives and benzodiazapenesD. sedatives and heroinE. LSD and marijuana
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Depressants are a class of drugs that reduce the activity of the central nervous system. They typically slow down brain function and can induce relaxation, relieve anxiety, and help induce sleep. Show more…
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