Question

4. The Drug Trade
A. Name three countries where most cocaine is produced:
1. __________________ 2. __________________ 3. __________________
B. Through which two regions/countries does most cocaine travel to reach the U.S.?
1. __________________ 2. __________________
C. Give one reason why U.S. anti-drug programs have only been somewhat successful.
Answer:

Answer 1

A.
1. Colombia
2. Peru
3. Bolivia

B.
1. Mexico
2. Central America / the Caribbean

C.
Because U.S. demand for cocaine remains high (and traffickers quickly adapt and exploit poverty, corruption, and weak law enforcement in producing/transit countries), supply-reduction efforts can only reduce—not eliminate—the trade.