Recent research shows that marijuana may interfere with learning because it
A)interferes with the release of neurotransmitters associated with learning.
B)distracts individuals from the task of learning.
C)is associated with other drug use.
D)is usually used by individuals with existing learning disabilities.

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Marijuana has been found to interfere with the release of neurotransmitters such as dopamine and glutamate, which are essential for learning and memory processes. This disruption can severely impact an individual's ability to acquire new information and retain it in the long-term. Therefore, option A is the correct choice. Options B, C, and D are irrelevant to the impact of marijuana on learning.

Recent Research Shows That Marijuana May Interfere with Learning Because