Whereas it was once believed that marijuana ___________ addictive, recent evidence supports that marijuana use __________.
A) is mildly; does not result in dependence or withdrawal
B) is strongly; results in withdrawal only for susceptible persons
C) is not; results in mild dependence and withdrawal symptoms
D) is not; results in severe dependence and withdrawal symptoms
E) is mildly; can result in severe dependence and/or withdrawal symptoms

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Recent evidence shows that marijuana use can result in mild dependence and some withdrawal symptoms, but it is not generally considered addictive in the way that drugs like opioids or stimulants are. Options A and E both mention mild dependence and/or withdrawal symptoms, but A is the more accurate option because marijuana use does not tend to result in severe dependence or withdrawal symptoms. Options B and D suggest that marijuana use is strongly addictive and can result in severe withdrawal symptoms, which is not supported by current research on the topic.

Whereas It Was Once Believed That Marijuana ___________ Addictive, Recent