Which of the following would be the most widely used depressant drug of those listed?
A) oxycodone
B) heroin
C) codeine
D) benzodiazepine tranquilizers

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Benzodiazepine tranquilizers are the most widely used depressant drugs, prescribed for anxiety and insomnia, and include popular medications such as Xanax, Valium, and Ativan. While all of the other options listed also have depressant effects, they are typically used less commonly or in more specific situations (such as oxycodone for pain management or heroin as an illegal street drug).

Which of the Following Would Be the Most Widely Used