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ahriuashd

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What led to the discussion of changing to a dimensional system in the DSM-5?
 
  a. A dissatisfaction with the categorical model of previous DSMs
 b. An interest in moving away from assessment and diagnosis
 c. An acknowledgment of the distinct set of symptoms for each disorder
  d. A decrease in identified psychological disorders since the DSM-III-R

Question 2

Dr. Cooper says, What abnormal psychology needs is a system of categories for different patterns of behavior that can be agreed on by all professionals. Dr. Cooper is asking for a(n) ____.
 
  a. valid method of assessment
 b. more reliable battery of psychological tests
  c. ethical use of assessment
 d. reliable classification system



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Answer to Question 1

a

Answer to Question 2

d



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