Question

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

Explanation:

To determine the nonprescription drug commonly abused by teens, we analyze each option:

• Ritalin is a prescription stimulant, not nonprescription.
• Aspirin is a common over - the - counter (nonprescription) drug, but it is not commonly abused by teens.
• OxyContin is a prescription opioid, not nonprescription.
• Cough syrup (especially those containing dextromethorphan) is a nonprescription drug that is commonly abused by teens for its psychoactive effects.

Answer:

D. cough syrup