In what way does binge-eating disorder differ from bulimia nervosa?
a. In binge-eating disorder, the majority of people are male, whereas the majority are female with bulimia nervosa.
b. In binge-eating disorder, people are more likely to try to keep to a normal body weight.
c. In bulimia nervosa, people vomit or use laxatives in order to get rid of the food they have eaten.
d. In bulimia nervosa, people place less emphasis on slimness than do people who have binge-eating disorder.
Question 2
A person with bulimia nervosa is likely to
a. severely restrict the intake of food.
b. be middle-aged, whereas a person with anorexia nervosa is likely to be an adolescent.
c. perceive her or his weight as being normal, even if it is not.
d. diet excessively in between binges.
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