Question 1

Tobacco exports generate billions of dollars a year for the United States.

Accepted Answer

Tobacco is a major export of the United States and generates billions of dollars in revenue each year.

Question 2

Sigmund Freud's jaw was eventually removed due to cancer from cigar smoking.

Accepted Answer

Sigmund Freud did develop cancer from smoking cigars and eventually his lower jaw was removed to try and stop the spread of the cancer.

Question 3

When smokeless tobacco is swallowed,there becomes a risk for stomach cancer and urinary tract cancer.

Accepted Answer

When smokeless tobacco is swallowed, the harmful chemicals in it can travel through the digestive system and increase the risk of developing stomach cancer. In addition, these chemicals may also cause an increased risk of urinary tract cancer.

Question 4

A recent study suggests that when physicians tell smokers their "lung age" as determined by the age of an average healthy nonsmoker with a comparable level of breathing strength,smokers are twice as likely to quit.

Accepted Answer

The statement accurately reflects the findings of a recent study, indicating that smokers who are informed of their lung age are more likely to quit smoking than those who are not provided with this information.

Question 5

The costs of smoking cessation programs and medications are unfortunately not tax-deductible expenses.

Accepted Answer

The costs of smoking cessation programs and medications can be considered tax-deductible medical expenses if they are prescribed by a physician.

Question 6

In 2009,about 87 percent of 8th graders reported disapproval of someone smoking a pack of cigarettes per day.

Accepted Answer

The statement indicates that a large majority of 8th graders disapprove of someone smoking a pack of cigarettes per day.

Question 7

Though smokeless tobacco has its own set of adverse health consequences,it does not have the consequences of ingesting nicotine through cigarette smoking.

Accepted Answer

Smokeless tobacco also contains nicotine which can lead to addiction and cause health problems such as oral cancer, gum disease, tooth decay, and cardiovascular disease. While smokeless tobacco does not involve inhaling smoke, it still poses significant health risks.

Question 8

Half of all smokers eventually manage long-term abstinence from cigarette smoking.

Accepted Answer

Half of all smokers eventually manage long-term abstinence from cigarette smoking.

Question 9

The current prevalence rate for smokeless tobacco use is approximately the same as that of cigarette smoking.

Accepted Answer

The prevalence rate of smokeless tobacco use is generally lower than that of cigarette smoking. Cigarette smoking remains one of the most common forms of tobacco use worldwide, while smokeless tobacco use tends to be more prevalent in specific regions or among certain demographic groups.

Question 10

It is required by law for those under the age of twenty-seven to verify their age at the time of purchasing tobacco products.

Accepted Answer

In several countries, including the United States, it is required by law for those under the age of twenty-seven to verify their age at the time of purchasing tobacco products. This is done to prevent underage smoking and the associated health risks.

Question 11

The greatest concentration of smokeless tobacco among youths is reported in non-metropolitan areas of the United States.

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the greatest concentration of smokeless tobacco use among youths is reported in non-metropolitan areas of the United States. This is due to a variety of cultural and social factors, including higher rates of traditional tobacco use in these areas and a lack of comprehensive tobacco control programs.

Question 12

Moist snuff is generally chewed.

Accepted Answer

Moist snuff is actually not chewed, it is placed between the lower lip and gums for a prolonged period of time. This allows for the nicotine and other chemicals in the snuff to be absorbed into the bloodstream through the lining of the mouth.

Question 13

Prevalence rates for smoking in the United States are roughly equivalent to the prevalence rates in most Asian countries.

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. Prevalence rates for smoking in the United States are generally higher than in most Asian countries. According to the World Health Organization, the prevalence of smoking among adults in the United States is around 14%, while in most Asian countries it ranges from 10% to 25%. However, there are some countries in Asia, particularly in East Asia, where smoking rates are quite high, such as China where the prevalence of smoking among adults is over 28%.

Question 14

Within five to ten years of quitting smoking,the risk of stroke is the same for the abstinent smoker as for nonsmokers.

Accepted Answer

According to the American Stroke Association, within five to ten years of quitting smoking, the risk of stroke is the same for abstinent smokers as for nonsmokers.

Question 15

Wellbutrin and Zyban are two medications used in smoking cessation programs.

Accepted Answer

Wellbutrin and Zyban both contain the active ingredient bupropion, which is used for smoking cessation.

Question 16

Recent evidence indicates that the disinclination among adolescents toward dating smokers is observed equally for males and females.

Accepted Answer

According to recent evidence, both male and female adolescents show a disinclination toward dating smokers equally.

Question 17

It percent of smokers were advised by a health professional to quit and were offered medication or other assistance to do so.

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in 2018, approximately 70% of adult smokers reported that they wanted to quit, and among them, 55% reported that they had received advice to quit from a health professional and were offered medication or other assistance. This indicates that a high percentage of smokers were advised and offered medical help to quit by health professionals.

Question 18

In 2009, about 13 percent of high school seniors reported cigarette smoking within the previous month.

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as of 2021, 4.5% of high school seniors reported cigarette smoking within the previous month.

Question 19

According to the World Health Organization,an estimated million people worldwide die each year from tobacco-related diseases.

Accepted Answer

This is correct. The World Health Organization estimates that around 8 million people globally die each year due to tobacco-related diseases.

Question 20

Most eighth graders currently indicate that smoking makes others appear more attractive.

Accepted Answer

Surveys and studies have shown a significant decline in the perception that smoking is attractive among adolescents, including eighth graders, largely due to increased awareness of the health risks and anti-smoking campaigns.

Quiz 10: Chronic Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism

Tobacco exports generate billions of dollars a year for the United States.

Sigmund Freud's jaw was eventually removed due to cancer from cigar smoking.

When smokeless tobacco is swallowed,there becomes a risk for stomach cancer and urinary tract cancer.

A recent study suggests that when physicians tell smokers their "lung age" as determined by the age of an average healthy nonsmoker with a comparable level of breathing strength,smokers are twice as likely to quit.

The costs of smoking cessation programs and medications are unfortunately not tax-deductible expenses.

In 2009,about 87 percent of 8th graders reported disapproval of someone smoking a pack of cigarettes per day.

Though smokeless tobacco has its own set of adverse health consequences,it does not have the consequences of ingesting nicotine through cigarette smoking.

Half of all smokers eventually manage long-term abstinence from cigarette smoking.

The current prevalence rate for smokeless tobacco use is approximately the same as that of cigarette smoking.

It is required by law for those under the age of twenty-seven to verify their age at the time of purchasing tobacco products.

The greatest concentration of smokeless tobacco among youths is reported in non-metropolitan areas of the United States.

Moist snuff is generally chewed.

Prevalence rates for smoking in the United States are roughly equivalent to the prevalence rates in most Asian countries.

Within five to ten years of quitting smoking,the risk of stroke is the same for the abstinent smoker as for nonsmokers.

Wellbutrin and Zyban are two medications used in smoking cessation programs.

Recent evidence indicates that the disinclination among adolescents toward dating smokers is observed equally for males and females.

It percent of smokers were advised by a health professional to quit and were offered medication or other assistance to do so.

In 2009, about 13 percent of high school seniors reported cigarette smoking within the previous month.

According to the World Health Organization,an estimated million people worldwide die each year from tobacco-related diseases.

Most eighth graders currently indicate that smoking makes others appear more attractive.