Medical research journals have published articles claiming survey data indicate that advertising "caused" young consumers to begin smoking, but all assessments by the FTC from the 1950s to the present indicate that the primary influences on the decision to smoke are family and peers.

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The statement in the statement is true, based on the information provided. Medical research journals have claimed that advertising causes young consumers to begin smoking, but assessments by the FTC indicate that family and peers are the primary influences.

Medical Research Journals Have Published Articles Claiming Survey Data Indicate