Normally, taken alone, neither substance would cause serious harm, but if taken together, the combination could cause coma or death. This is an example of:
A) synergism.
B) efficacy.
C) duration of action.
D) summation.

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Synergism occurs when the combination of two or more substances produces an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects. In this case, the two substances taken together have a synergistic effect that can cause serious harm or death.

Normally, Taken Alone, Neither Substance Would Cause Serious Harm, but If