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The APNA 2008 Survey conducted in the Benton County Schools reveals the prevalence of underage drinking vs. the Arkansas state average.

At Home WITH Parents Permission:

• 6th grade 28.6% / state average 20.7%
• 8th grade 23.4% / state average 16.4%
• 10th grade 15.2% / state average 12.5%
• 12th grade 12.4% / state average 9.0%

At Home:

• 6th grade 51.5% / state average 49.3%
• 8th grade 45.6% / state average 41.2%
• 10th grade 30.1% / state average 27.9%
• 12th grade 25.2% / state average 20.6%