DSM-III Differed from Its Predecessors in All of the Following

question 42

Multiple Choice

DSM-III differed from its predecessors in all of the following significant ways EXCEPT that it ______.

• A) introduced a multiaxial diagnostic system
• B) listed specific diagnostic criteria to define disorders
• C) featured a greater reliance on empirical data rather than clinical consensus
• D) emphasized psychoanalytic and humanistic perspectives

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Definitions:

Conspicuous Statement

A statement or notice that is made to stand out clearly and be easily noticed, often requiring a specific form of presentation to ensure visibility.

Negotiable Instrument

A document guaranteeing the payment of a specific amount of money, either on demand or at a set time, with the payee’s name written on the document.

Negotiability

The characteristic of a financial instrument that allows it to be transferred or assigned from one party to another, facilitating commerce and trade.

Electronic Deposit

The transfer of funds directly into a bank account, eliminating the need for physical checks.