Question

question 5 of 6
which of the following is true about co - use of cannabis and nicotine?
risks of co - use are not backed up by scientific studies.
co - use can impact physical health but does not affect mental health.
co - use keeps users from developing substance use disorder in the long term.
co - use increases health problems compared to only using cannabis or nicotine.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• The first option is incorrect as scientific studies do show risks of co - using cannabis and nicotine.
• The second option is wrong because co - use affects both physical and mental health (e.g., cannabis can impact mental health, nicotine has physical health impacts, and their combination can have synergistic negative effects).
• The third option is false as co - use often increases the risk of developing substance use disorders, not prevent it.
• The fourth option is correct. When two substances like cannabis and nicotine are co - used, the combined effects on the body (e.g., on the respiratory system from nicotine and the impact of cannabis on various body systems, along with potential interactions) lead to more health problems than using either substance alone.

Answer:

D. Co - use increases health problems compared to only using cannabis or nicotine. (Note: Assuming the options are labeled A, B, C, D with the fourth option being D. If the original option numbering is different, adjust the label accordingly.)