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Lisaclaire · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Set-point theory about weight suggests that

a. dieting can establish a new set-point that stabilizes the near-starvation seen in people with anorexia.
b. people with anorexia are biologically programmed to be underweight.
c. the hunger that occurs by being well below one's set-point can trigger binges.
d. sociocultural factors play very little role in the development of unrealistic body image goals.

Question 2

Which of the following characterizes the prevalence of eating disorders in Iran?

a. Iran does not recognize eating disorders.
b. Iran has a low incidence of eating disorders.
c. Iran's prevalence of eating disorders is comparable the United States.
d. Iran has a very high prevalence of eating disorders.

paavo · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

c. the hunger that occurs by being well below one's set-point can trigger binges.

Answer to Question 2

c. Iran's prevalence of eating disorders is comparable the United States.

Lisaclaire · **Reply #2 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Thank you!

paavo · **Reply #3 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Happy to help

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