Alcohol can initially appear to cause stimulation because it
A) makes vision and hearing more acute.
B) has an excitatory affect on the brain.
C) has an inhibitory affect on the brain.
D) alters motor coordination.

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Alcohol has an inhibitory effect on the brain, which can initially appear to cause stimulation because it reduces inhibitions and can create a sense of euphoria. However, this can quickly lead to the depressant effects of alcohol as it continues to impair cognitive and motor functions.

Alcohol Can Initially Appear to Cause Stimulation Because It