Question

sofia is researching the effects of steroid use on athletes. organize her facts by dragging the sentences that best support her research.
how does steroid use affect athletes?
steroid use among athletes is associated with accelerated muscle growth and increased physical strength, allowing individuals to train more intensely and potentially enhance their athletic performance.
the dependency on the drug can affect an athlete’s overall well - being and compromise their ability to compete without relying on performance - enhancing substances.
athletes testing positive for steroids may face sanctions, including suspensions and disqualifications, tarnishing their reputations and careers.
prolonged steroid use can lead to a range of health risks and side effects, including liver damage, cardiovascular issues, hormonal imbalance, and psychological effects such as mood swings and aggression.
being a star athlete requires not only exceptional physical prowess and skill but also dedication, discipline, and a relentless commitment to continuous improvement both on and off the field.

Explanation:

To determine which sentences support the research on "How does steroid use affect athletes?", we analyze each option:

1. "Athletes testing positive for steroids may face sanctions, including suspensions and disqualifications, tarnishing their reputations and careers." – This explains the consequences of steroid use on an athlete's career and reputation, which is relevant to the effects of steroid use.
2. "Prolonged steroid use can lead to a range of health risks and side effects, including liver damage, cardiovascular issues, hormonal imbalance, and psychological effects such as mood swings and aggression." – This directly addresses the health impacts of steroid use on athletes, which is relevant.
3. "Being a star athlete requires not only exceptional physical prowess and skill but also dedication, discipline, and a relentless commitment to continuous improvement both on and off the field." – This is about what it takes to be a star athlete, not about the effects of steroid use, so it's irrelevant.

So the sentences that support the research are the first two (about sanctions and health risks) and we exclude the third (about being a star athlete).

Answer:

• Athletes testing positive for steroids may face sanctions, including suspensions and disqualifications, tarnishing their reputations and careers.
• Prolonged steroid use can lead to a range of health risks and side effects, including liver damage, cardiovascular issues, hormonal imbalance, and psychological effects such as mood swings and aggression.