Question 16

Schedule V has the least potential for abuse.

Schedule V substances have the lowest potential for abuse compared to other schedules, making them less likely to lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.

A) Schedule I

Schedule I substances are classified as having a high potential for abuse and no accepted medical use, which makes them the most restricted category. Examples include heroin and LSD, indicating their significant risk for misuse and addiction.

B) Schedule II

Schedule II substances also have a high potential for abuse but are recognized for having accepted medical uses, albeit with severe restrictions. Examples include oxycodone and cocaine, which can lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.

C) Schedule IV

Schedule IV substances have a lower potential for abuse than Schedule I and II, but still present a risk for dependence. Examples include medications like alprazolam and diazepam, indicating they can still lead to addiction but at a lesser degree than higher schedules.

D) Schedule V

Schedule V substances are classified as having the least potential for abuse among the controlled substance schedules. They are often used for medical purposes with minimal risk of dependence, such as medications containing small amounts of narcotics.

Conclusion

Schedule V substances are definitively the least likely to be abused due to their lower potential for dependence and accepted medical use. In contrast, Schedules I, II, and IV all represent higher risks of abuse and addiction, making them unsuitable for this distinction. Thus, Schedule V stands out as the correct answer.