_______ tolerance occurs as a result of cellular adaptation to the presence of a specific drug.

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Pharmacodynamic tolerance occurs as a result of changes in the biochemical and physiological processes of the body in response to the drug, leading to reduced responsiveness or effects of the drug over time. Cross-tolerance (A) refers to a phenomenon where tolerance to one drug results in tolerance to another drug with similar chemical or pharmacological properties. Drug disposition tolerance (B) occurs due to changes in the metabolism, distribution, and elimination of the drug, leading to altered levels of the drug in the body. Behavioral tolerance (D) occurs due to changes in behavior or environment in response to a drug, leading to altered drug effects.

_______ Tolerance Occurs as a Result of Cellular Adaptation to the Presence