The LD-response curve for a particular drug will always be positioned ________ with respect to the ED-response curve.

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The LD-response curve refers to the dose of a drug required to produce toxic effects, while the ED-response curve refers to the dose of a drug required to produce a therapeutic effect. Therefore, the LD-response curve will always be positioned farther to the right (higher doses) than the ED-response curve, as toxic effects generally occur at higher doses than therapeutic effects.

The LD-Response Curve for a Particular Drug Will Always Be