Alice Is 15 Years Old and Afraid to Speak in Class

question 2

Multiple Choice

Alice is 15 years old and afraid to speak in class. She fears that anything she says will lead to enormous embarrassment. Alice might be classified as having

• A) mysophobia.
• B) paranoia.
• C) obsessive-compulsive disorder.
• D) social anxiety disorder.
• E) nosophobia.

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Definitions:

Fraudulent Misrepresentation

An intentional false statement of a material fact made by one party to induce another party to enter into a contract, resulting in harm or loss.

Defalcation

The misappropriation of funds or property by a person trusted with its charge; often related to embezzlement.

Consciously False

Refers to a statement or claim made with the knowledge that it is not true.

Legitimate Lawsuit

A legal action based on valid claims and supported by evidence, which is brought forth in good faith.