Which statement is most likely true about American adolescents today?

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Recent studies have shown that substance use among younger teens has actually decreased in the past few years. According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, in 2019, 5.8% of 8th graders reported using marijuana within the past month, compared to 6.5% in 2018 and 9.8% in 2009. The use of other substances like alcohol and cigarettes has also decreased among younger teens. However, while daily use of marijuana is relatively low among high school seniors (around 6%), there is still a concerning number of adolescents who use other hard drugs like cocaine, heroin, and prescription opioids. Therefore, option C is the most likely true statement about American adolescents today.

Which Statement Is Most Likely True About American Adolescents Today