About 50% of 12^th grade respondents surveyed indicate never using illicit drugs; 25% reported they never used alcohol. This probably indicates: A) they lied B) more of the respondents use illicit drugs than alcohol C) they do not understand that alcohol is an illicit drug for 12^th graders D) they are being responsible in their use of alcohol

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The discrepancy in the responses likely indicates a misunderstanding among the respondents that alcohol is considered an illicit drug for individuals under the legal drinking age, hence why 50% report never using illicit drugs while only 25% report never using alcohol.

About 50% of 12th Grade Respondents Surveyed Indicate Never Using

About 50% of 12^th Grade Respondents Surveyed Indicate Never Using