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How does alcohol's effect on the brain lead to the state of intoxication described in the passage?

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By blocking brain messages and altering perceptions.
By blocking brain messages and altering perceptions.

By speeding up brain messages to improve reflexes.
By speeding up brain messages to improve reflexes.

By repairing brain cells to reduce feelings of stress.
By repairing brain cells to reduce feelings of stress.

By increasing blood flow to the brain to heighten senses.

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By blocking brain messages and altering perceptions.

Alcohol is a central nervous system depressant that slows neurotransmission, disrupting communication between brain cells and altering perception, coordination, and judgment—producing intoxication.