Most laws governing drug abuse were enacted
A) in the early parts of the 20th century.
B) before there was relevant scientific information.
C) in the 1960s.
D) both A and B
E) both B and C

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Most laws governing drug abuse were enacted in the early parts of the 20th century, before there was relevant scientific information. For example, the Harrison Narcotics Tax Act was passed in 1914, and prohibited the use of opium for nonmedical purposes. These laws were enacted prior to the discovery and scientific understanding of the neurobiology of addiction, and were largely based on moralistic and political concerns rather than evidence-based approaches to drug use and addiction. Therefore, choice D, "both A and B" is the best choice.

Most Laws Governing Drug Abuse Were Enacted