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Which of the following is a reason frequently given by scientists to explain the much higher rate of eating disorders among females?
 
  a. Women are much more likely than men to base self-image on body image.
  b. Men are not concerned about appearance.
  c. Men do not have to be concerned about the cultural image of good looks.
  d. Women do not tend to judge men based on appearance.

Question 2

What have epidemiologists found concerning the frequency of eating disorders?
 
  a. Bulimia nervosa is more common than anorexia nervosa.
  b. Anorexia nervosa is more common than bulimia nervosa.
  c. Bulimia nervosa and anorexia nervosa occur at the same rates.
  d. The rates of these eating disorders have reached a peak and are now declining



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: a.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: a.



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