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The chronic use of drugs and alcohol res...

The chronic use of drugs and alcohol results in

A

excess mucous and blood clots

B

internal bledding and muscular pain

C

cirrhosis and nervous system damage

D

leukaemias and lymphomas.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks about the consequences of chronic use of drugs and alcohol. We need to analyze the effects of these substances on the body. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options given are: - A) Excess mucus and blood clots - B) Internal bleeding and muscular pain - C) Cirrhosis and nervous system damage - D) Leukemias and lymphomas 3. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Option A**: Excess mucus and blood clots are not directly related to chronic drug and alcohol use. This option is incorrect. - **Option B**: Internal bleeding and muscular pain can occur due to various reasons but are not the primary consequences of chronic drug and alcohol use. This option is also incorrect. - **Option C**: Chronic use of alcohol leads to liver damage, specifically cirrhosis, and drug abuse can cause significant damage to the nervous system. This option is correct. - **Option D**: Leukemias and lymphomas are types of cancer that are not directly caused by drug and alcohol abuse. This option is incorrect. 4. **Conclusion**: After analyzing all the options, the correct answer is **C) Cirrhosis and nervous system damage**. Chronic use of drugs and alcohol has severe physical effects, particularly on the liver and nervous system.
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