Which of the following best explains why anyone would ever experiment

Which of the following best explains why anyone would ever experiment with an illegal substance?

a. As a way of rebelling against parental authority
b. Because it is forbidden
c. For the thrill of it—without getting caught
d. Friends are encouraging it

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ANS: D
Users often describe a progression that began with initiation through social interactions. Particularly among adolescents and young adults, evidence suggests that substance use and abuse often occur in the context of social interactions. Thus, it is likely that friends are encouraging it. This response is more likely than experimentation because of getting a thrill, doing something that is forbidden, or a way to rebel against parental authority.