Question

which chemical is processed less efficiently by cocaine addicts than by nonaddicts?
○ glucose
○ carbohydrates
○ sucrose
○ protein

Explanation:

Cocaine addicts have impaired glucose metabolism. Studies have shown that glucose is processed less efficiently by cocaine addicts compared to non - addicts. This is because cocaine affects the brain's reward system and also has an impact on metabolic processes, including those related to glucose. Proteins, sucrose (a disaccharide which is broken down into glucose and fructose), and carbohydrates (a broad category that includes glucose) are not the specific chemicals in question here. The key is the direct role of glucose in metabolism that is affected in cocaine addicts.

Answer:

glucose