Question

joseph is taking amphetamines to combat fatigue during his workout. this may not be a good idea because _______.
a. amphetamines may cause liver and kidney damage if used for an extended period of time
b. amphetamines may cause depression and fatigue after the effect wears off.
c. amphetamines tend to increase blood viscosity and can cause fatal blood clots
d. amphetamines tend to have a negative impact on the metabolic rate and will cause weight gain

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

Amphetamines are stimulant drugs that temporarily boost energy but lead to a "crash" when their effects wear off, causing symptoms like depression and fatigue—directly countering Joseph’s goal of combating workout fatigue. Option A refers to long-term organ damage (not immediate workout-related issue), C is incorrect (amphetamines don’t primarily increase blood viscosity for fatal clots), and D is wrong (they increase metabolic rate, not decrease, and may cause weight loss).

Answer:

B. amphetamines may cause depression and fatigue after the effect wears off.