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which of the following statements about nicotine is true?
overall, the number of women and teenagers smoking is on the increase.
overall, the number of americans smoking is on the increase.
nicotine can slow the heart and therefore create a sense of relaxation.
in terms of addictive power, nicotine may be more powerful than cocaine or alcohol.

Explanation:

• In general, the number of American smokers has been decreasing over time due to anti - smoking campaigns and health awareness. The number of women and teenagers smoking is also not on the rise in most developed regions with proper health education. Nicotine is a stimulant that speeds up the heart rate, not slows it. Nicotine is highly addictive and in terms of addictive power, it may be more powerful than cocaine or alcohol as it acts on the brain's reward system quickly and can lead to strong dependence.

Answer:

D. In terms of addictive power, nicotine may be more powerful than cocaine or alcohol.