Experienced marijuana users may be sensitized to the effects of the drug.Which of the following reasons is NOT a reason for this tolerance?
A)THC accumulates in the fat tissue of regular users; smoking more marijuana liberates the remaining THC producing a quicker "high."
B)CB1 receptors are upregulated in regular users.
C)An awareness to the subjective effects of the drug must be developed in novice users-regular users know what to expect.
D)Regular users know how to smoke marijuana to get a sufficient dose of THC-new users have to learn this process.

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CB1 receptors are typically downregulated in response to regular marijuana use, not upregulated. This downregulation is part of the body's adaptation to the presence of THC, leading to tolerance.

Experienced Marijuana Users May Be Sensitized to the Effects of the Drug.Which