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A type of substance that relieves pain and induces sleep is called _______.Select one:a.sedativesb.stimulantc.narcoticsd.hallucinogens

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A type of substance that relieves pain and induces sleep is called _______.Select one:a.sedativesb.stimulantc.narcoticsd.hallucinogens

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The correct answer is c. narcotics. Narcotics are a type of drug that can relieve pain and induce sleep. They work by binding to receptors in the brain to decrease the perception of pain. These substances can also make a person feel relaxed and sleepy.

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