Question

which of the following is listed as a reason people might use alcohol that can worsen mental health over time?
○ to improve study habits
○ to temporarily escape stress and anxiety
○ to cure a sleep disorder permanently
○ to permanently increase serotonin production
how many calories per gram does the video say alcohol contains (approximate)?
○ three calories per gram
○ seven calories per gram
○ nine calories per gram
○ one calorie per gram

Explanation:

First Question (Reason for alcohol use worsening mental health)

• "To improve study habits" is incorrect as alcohol impairs cognitive function, not improve study.
• "To temporarily escape stress and anxiety" is a common reason people use alcohol; however, alcohol is a depressant and over time worsens stress/anxiety, fitting the question's context.
• "To cure a sleep disorder permanently" is wrong because alcohol disrupts sleep long - term and doesn't cure sleep disorders.
• "To permanently increase serotonin production" is incorrect as alcohol's effect on serotonin is temporary and can lead to depletion over time.

Step 1: Recall calorie content of nutrients

Carbohydrates and proteins have about 4 calories per gram, fat has 9 calories per gram, and alcohol has approximately 7 calories per gram.

Step 2: Match with options

Among the options, "Seven calories per gram" matches the approximate calorie content of alcohol.

Answer:

B. To temporarily escape stress and anxiety

Second Question (Calories per gram in alcohol)