Question

which nonprescription drug is commonly abused by teens?
○ ritalin
○ aspirin
○ oxycontin
○ cough syrup

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze each option:

• Ritalin is a prescription stimulant, not nonprescription.
• Aspirin is a nonprescription drug but not commonly abused by teens for recreational purposes.
• OxyContin is a prescription opioid, not nonprescription.
• Cough syrup (especially those with dextromethorphan) is a nonprescription drug that teens commonly abuse for its psychoactive effects.

Answer:

D. cough syrup