Question

analyzing statistics about teen drinking and stds
alcohol abuse reduces inhibitions and raises the chances of teens having multiple sexual partners. teens who use alcohol are seven times more likely to have unprotected sex with these partners.
approximately 20 million new cases of sexually transmitted diseases (stds) are reported each year in the united states. about half are young people between 15 and 24. this means that about 1 in every 4 teens has an std and can spread it to a sexual partner.
which of these conclusions are supported by evidence in the text provided? check all that apply.

• drinking affects std rates in teens.
• about half of all new std cases are found in people under the age of 24.
• the majority of new std cases are found in people over the age of 24.
• nearly one - fourth of young people have stds.
• drinking decreases risky sexual activity

Explanation:

1. For "Drinking affects STD rates in teens": The text says alcohol abuse raises chances of multiple sexual partners and unprotected sex, so drinking can affect STD rates (as risky sex relates to STDs).
2. For "About half of all new STD cases are found in people under the age of 24": The text states "About half are young people between 15 and 24".
3. For "Nearly one - fourth of young people have STDs": The text says "about 1 in every 4 teens has an STD" (teens are young people here).
4. "The majority of new STD cases are found in people over the age of 24" is wrong as text says half are 15 - 24. "Drinking decreases risky sexual activity" is wrong as text says alcohol raises chances of unprotected sex (increases risky activity).

Answer:

• Drinking affects STD rates in teens.
• About half of all new STD cases are found in people under the age of 24.
• Nearly one - fourth of young people have STDs.