The reason that methadone is used to help wean people off heroin is that:
A) methadone has a long half-life, which contributes to weak withdrawal symptoms.
B) methadone is administered orally, reducing syringe use.
C) methadone binds to opioid receptors, leaving few receptors available for a heroin 'high'.
D) all of the above.
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