Which of the following actions have been effective in reducing problem

Which of the following actions have been effective in reducing problems related to alcohol use? (Select all that apply.)

a. Abstinence education programs in elementary schools
b. Enforcement of ban on sales of alcohol to minors
c. Increased taxes on alcoholic beverages
d. Media campaigns that show unpleasant behaviors such as vomiting after drinking
e. Stringent laws on accurate labeling of alcoholic content in beverages
f.
Suggesting children be taught appropriate use of alcohol in the home

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ANS: B, C
The prevalence of underage drinking declined significantly when states enacted the minimum legal drinking age of 21 years. The states with more stringent drinking laws have a lower prevalence of binge drinking. Enforcement of the legal drinking age, as well as enforcement of bans on sales of alcohol to minors, helps prevent underage drinking, as have increased excise taxes on alcoholic beverages.