Which of the following BEST describes the reason that tobacco use persists in the United States?
A)Most restaurants have resisted becoming smoke-free for fear of losing profits.
B)The tobacco industry spends millions of dollars on lobbying activities.
C)Colleges and universities refuse to ban smoking on campus.
D)Americans do not find the cost of cigarettes to be a burden.

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The tobacco industry spends a significant amount of money on lobbying and advertising to promote tobacco use, influence legislation, and maintain profits. This has allowed them to continue to market and sell their products despite knowledge of the health risks associated with tobacco use.

Which of the Following BEST Describes the Reason That Tobacco