Which statement regarding alcohol is most accurate?
A) Twin studies suggest that alcohol abuse is not genetic.
B) Alcohol is not used to reduce anxiety.
C) The gene that regulates production of alcohol dehydrogenase may attribute to alcoholism susceptibility.
D) Alcoholism is purely genetic.
E) In the U.S., 10 percent of people drink 100% of the alcohol.

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The gene that regulates production of alcohol dehydrogenase may attribute to alcoholism susceptibility. This is supported by research indicating that individuals with lower levels of this enzyme have a greater risk for developing alcohol dependence.

Answer: E
 In the U.S., approximately 10 percent of people consume over 50% of the alcohol. This group is often referred to as "heavy drinkers" or "binge drinkers."

Which Statement Regarding Alcohol Is Most Accurate