In the early 1900s, even though Coca-Cola contained a derivative of cocaine it was perfectly legal and quickly became a very popular beverage. Why is cocaine now an illegal drug?
A) because social definitions depend on what is profitable
B) because it is controlled by off-shore criminal organizations
C) because the perceived harmfulness of cocaine has changed
D) because it is no longer an ingredient in Coca-Cola

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The perceived harmfulness of cocaine has changed over time. It is now recognized as a highly addictive and dangerous drug that can have severe health consequences, leading to its classification as an illegal drug in most countries. The fact that it was once used legally in Coca-Cola does not negate its current status as an illegal substance.

In the Early 1900s, Even Though Coca-Cola Contained a Derivative