Question

which of the following is a short-term effect of alcohol use?
a. confusion
b. cirrhosis
c. blindness
d. tremors

please select the best answer from the choices provided.

○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

To determine the short - term effect of alcohol use, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Confusion can occur shortly after alcohol consumption as it impairs cognitive function in the short term.
• Option B: Cirrhosis is a long - term effect of chronic alcohol abuse that damages the liver over time.
• Option C: Blindness is not a typical short - term effect of alcohol use.
• Option D: Tremors are more associated with long - term alcohol abuse or withdrawal, not short - term use.

Answer:

A. confusion