Three teenage girls who hang around together all start to smoke cigarettes, and eventually start to drink beer on weekends.With reference to recent research results of the Federal Trade Commission, the cause for the teenage girls' habits:

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Recent research by the Federal Trade Commission suggests that the behavior of teenagers, such as smoking and drinking, is strongly influenced by their families, friends, and peers. Therefore, the girls' habits are likely influenced by their social circle rather than by advertising or hereditary traits. There is no evidence to suggest that criminally negligent firms are directly responsible for their behavior.

Three Teenage Girls Who Hang Around Together All Start to Smoke