The _____ action of barbiturates makes them useful for inducing _____.
A)depressant;sleep
B)stimulant;heightened concentration
C)depressant;seizures
D)stimulant;euphoria

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Barbiturates are classified as depressants because they depress the activity of the central nervous system. This property makes them useful for inducing sleep. Option B is incorrect because barbiturates do not act as stimulants. Option C is incorrect because barbiturates can actually lower the seizure threshold and increase the likelihood of seizures. Option D is incorrect because barbiturates do not produce euphoria.

The _____ Action of Barbiturates Makes Them Useful for Inducing